Construction Defect Associate Attorney

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

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work environment

Comprehensive benefits package: health

401(k)

Job summary

Jobot is seeking an Urgently Hiring Construction Defect Associate Attorney in California. Salary ranges from $115,000 to $195,000 per year, with at least three years of defense construction defect experience.

The role is part of a nationwide firm with offices in San Francisco and Walnut Creek, offering a hybrid work environment and potential for remote work. Qualified candidates must hold a JD, be admitted in California, and demonstrate strong research, writing, and deposition skills.

Qualifications

• Three years of experience in defense construction defect or related practice areas.
• Juris Doctor from an accredited law school.
• Admitted to practice in California.
• Experience with motion practice and depositions.
• Experience taking lead in plaintiff and expert depositions.
• Capable of independent work.
• Strong research and writing skills.
• Ability to multi-task and analyze complex matters.

Responsibilities

• Handle local and national accounts throughout 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.

Skills

Legal research

Legal writing

Deposition

Independent work

Time management

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Tools

e-filing

Job description

Urgently hiring Construction Defect Associate Attorney!

Job details: Salary: $115,000 - $195,000 per year. This role is part of my client’s Construction Defect practice group, with offices in San Francisco and Walnut Creek. Minimum of three (3) years of experience in handling Defense Construction Defect cases required.

A bit about us:

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 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.

Job Details

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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