Construction Defect Associate Attorney

Jobot; Los Angeles (CA); Hybrid; USD 115,000 - 195,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k)

Job summary

Jobot is urgently hiring an Associate Attorney for Construction Defect matters, with 3+ years of relevant experience and a California bar admission. The role offers hybrid work options and a strong compensation package in the range of $115,000–$195,000 per year.

The position is based in California offices with potential for remote work and requires handling local and national defense construction defect cases, managing a litigation docket, and supporting depositions and trial preparation.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school.
• Must be admitted to practice in California.
• Experience with defense construction defect matters is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Handle local and national defense construction defect matters in CA.
• Independently manage a litigation caseload and conduct depositions.
• Prepare witnesses for deposition and trial; review discovery requests and pleadings.
• Prepare court filings and service to counsel; handle e-filing and trial support.
• Maintain accurate time records and assist senior attorneys as needed.

Skills

Legal research

Written communication

Independent work

Multi-tasking

Deposition support

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.)

Job description

Urgently hiring Construction Defect Associate Attorney

This Jobot Job is hosted by: Kendall Kaing

Salary: $115,000 - $195,000 per year

A bit about us

My client is seeking to add an Associate Attorney to their Construction Defect practice group in either our San Francisco or Walnut Creek offices. The candidate should have a minimum of three (3) years of experience in handling Defense Construction Defect cases.

My client is a nationally renowned litigation law firm concentrating on complex civil matters. The firm's expertise is diverse but focused in the areas of toxic tort, complex product liability, local government, general liability, and commercial litigation. We approach litigation as a unified team, integrating our efforts with those of our clients to advance their interests wherever they do business. Our goal is always to deliver optimal results at the best possible value.

Why join us

Our associates work closely with our senior lawyers and clients on challenging work in an entrepreneurial and collegial environment. We offer a hybrid work environment, with the potential for fully remote work, competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and 401(k).

My client will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicant’s age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, and veteran or disability status. We are committed to cultivating an environment that embraces and promotes diversity as a fundamental value.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Handle local and national accounts throughout the state of California.
• Independently manage a litigation caseload.
• Conduct depositions.
• Prepare witnesses for deposition and trial.
• Review and analyze discovery requests.
• Prepare and respond to discovery responses and pleadings.
• Prepare court filings and service to counsel; experience with e-filing.
• Trial preparation and support.
• Maintain accurate time records.

Candidate Requirements

• A minimum of three (3) years of experience in one or more of the following practice areas: construction defect.
• Juris Doctor from an accredited law school.
• Must be admitted to practice in the state of California.
• Experience with motion practice and depositions.
• Experience taking lead in plaintiff and expert depositions.
• Capable of independent work.
• Work in an organized and efficient manner.
• Superior research and writing skills.
• Ability to multi-task.
• Ability to analyze complex matters.

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