Construction Defect Litigation Attorney – Hybrid

Mission Recruiting, LLC; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Mission Recruiting, LLC seeks a Construction Defect Attorney in Los Angeles, CA to manage defense matters in an active caseload, handle evaluations, develop strategies, and coordinate with experts.

The role requires a JD and CA Bar; annual billable-hour target 1,900; compensation $140,000–$190,000; initially in-office with potential hybrid flexibility; strong writing, research, and advocacy skills needed.

Qualifications

• JD from an accredited law school.
• Active California Bar membership in good standing.
• Construction defect litigation experience.
• Strong writing, research, and oral advocacy skills.
• Experience with discovery, depositions, motions, mediation, or settlements.

Responsibilities

• Manage construction defect defense matters through litigation.
• Evaluate claims and liabilities and develop case strategy.
• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, discovery requests, and responses.
• Take and defend depositions and coordinate with experts.
• Attend hearings, mediations, arbitrations, and prepare cases for trial.
• Maintain client communications and litigation priorities.

Skills

Legal writing

Legal research

Oral advocacy

Case management

Discovery & depositions

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

Mission Recruiting, LLC seeks a Construction Defect Attorney in Los Angeles, CA to manage defense matters in an active caseload, handle evaluations, develop strategies, and coordinate with experts.

The role requires a JD and CA Bar; annual billable-hour target 1,900; compensation $140,000–$190,000; initially in-office with potential hybrid flexibility; strong writing, research, and advocacy skills needed.