Construction Defect / General Liability Litigation Attorney

Orionplacement; Newport Beach (CA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 195,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Vision insurance

Job summary

Orionplacement is seeking an experienced attorney in Newport Beach, CA, for a civil litigation role focusing on construction defect and general liability. The opportunity involves managing a caseload independently and requires a strong background in litigation and client engagement.

Candidates must possess an active California Bar license and at least 4 years of civil litigation experience. The firm offers competitive compensation, benefits, and a collaborative working environment.

Qualifications

• Must hold an active California Bar license.
• Minimum of 4 years of civil litigation experience.
• Experience in construction defect and general liability.

Responsibilities

• Manage an active litigation caseload independently.
• Develop case strategy with clients and partners.
• Handle discovery and depositions.
• Draft and argue law and motion matters.
• Appear in court for hearings and trial proceedings.
• Maintain strong client relationships.

Skills

Legal research

Oral advocacy

Client communication

Case strategy

Education

California Bar license

4+ years of civil litigation experience

Job description

Pay:

$140,000.00 - $195,000.00 per year

WHY THIS IS A GREAT OPPORTUNITY

• Join a well-established civil litigation firm in Newport Beach — one of Southern California's most active and sought-after legal markets — handling substantive, complex defense-side matters
• Own your caseload: discovery, depositions, court appearances, motions, and case strategy — this is a role for an attorney who wants to litigate, not observe
• Build deep expertise in construction defect and general liability defense — two of California's most in-demand and durable litigation practice areas
• Competitive compensation with strong earning potential and bonus opportunity
• Work with a collaborative, experienced team that values strategic thinking and independent case management
• Newport Beach location: a premier professional community with an active local bar and exceptional quality of life

Location:

Newport Beach, CA — This is an in-office role based in Southern California's premier Orange County legal market.

Note:

Candidates must hold an active California Bar license and have a minimum of 4 years of civil litigation experience, including construction defect and/or general liability matters. Defense-side experience is strongly preferred. Candidates who do not meet these requirements will not be considered.

ABOUT US

We are a civil litigation firm based in Newport Beach, CA, representing clients in construction defect, general liability, and related civil defense matters throughout California. Our attorneys are trusted to manage complex caseloads independently while working within a team that prioritizes strategy, efficiency, and client outcomes. We take pride in a collegial, professional environment where strong litigators can do their best work. Confidential Employer.

JOB DESCRIPTION

• Independently manage an active litigation caseload across construction defect and general liability defense matters from inception through resolution
• Develop and execute case strategy in coordination with clients and supervising partners
• Propound and respond to all phases of written discovery: interrogatories, requests for production, requests for admission, and supplemental discovery
• Take and defend depositions of parties, fact witnesses, and expert witnesses
• Draft and argue law and motion matters, including demurrers, motions for summary judgment, motions in limine, and other dispositive filings
• Appear in court for hearings, case management conferences, depositions, and trial-related proceedings
• Communicate directly with clients to provide strategic updates, manage expectations, and maintain strong working relationships
• Supervise and coordinate with paralegals and support staff on case management tasks
• Contribute to case evaluation, coverage analysis, and resolution strategy

QUALIFICATIONS

• Active California Bar license (required)
• 4+ years of civil litigation experience (required)
• Construction defect and/or general liability litigation experience (required)
• Defense-side litigation experience (strongly preferred)
• Demonstrated ability to independently handle discovery, depositions, court appearances, motion practice, and case strategy
• Strong legal research, writing, and oral advocacy skills
• Excellent client communication and relationship management
• Ability to manage a high-volume caseload with attention to deadlines and detail

WHY YOU WILL LOVE WORKING HERE

This is a firm built for litigators who want to litigate. You will handle real cases with real complexity — construction defect and GL defense matters that demand strategic thinking and courtroom confidence. The team is experienced, collegial, and invested in doing excellent work together. Newport Beach puts you at the center of one of Southern California's most active civil litigation communities, with a quality of life that makes the address as attractive as the work. If you are a defense-side litigator ready to step into a role where your skills are fully utilized and your career can keep moving, this is the opportunity.

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Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance