Construction Defect Associate Attorney

Jobot; Walnut Creek (CA); Hybrid; USD 115,000 - 195,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Hybrid work environment

401(k) plan

Job summary

A law firm in California is urgently hiring a Construction Defect Associate Attorney with over three years of experience. The role involves managing litigation cases, conducting depositions, and trial preparation. The firm offers a hybrid work environment and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and 401(k). Candidates must have a Juris Doctor and be admitted to practice in California. This opportunity promises a collaborative work atmosphere with senior lawyers.

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years of experience in construction defect cases.
• Must be admitted to practice in the state of California.
• Organized and efficient work habits.

Responsibilities

• Handle local and national accounts throughout California.
• Independently manage a litigation caseload.
• Conduct depositions and prepare witnesses for trial.

Skills

Superior research and writing skills

Ability to analyze complex matters

Capable of independent work

Experience with motion practice

Experience taking lead in depositions

Education

Juris Doctor from an accredited law school

Job description

Overview

Urgently hiring Construction Defect Associate Attorney.

Job details: Host: Kendall Kaing. Easy Apply by submitting your resume. Salary: $115,000 - $195,000 per year.

About the Role

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

Why join us

Why Should You Apply? 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).

Our 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.

Qualifications

• 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.

Interested in hearing more? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Easy Apply" button.