Construction Defect Litigator (Remote/Hybrid)

APR Consulting; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) + Employer Match

Professional Development Opportunities

Paid vacation

Paid holidays

Job summary

APR Consulting is seeking an Attorney in Sacramento, CA with 5–12 years of construction defect or general litigation experience. The role demands strong analytical and communication skills, ability to manage complex discovery, depositions, and court appearances, and a commitment to client service.

The attorney will consult with clients, draft briefs and motions, review discovery, and represent the company in trials and hearings.

Qualifications

• JD and CA bar license required.
• 5–12 years of construction defect or general litigation experience.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities.
• Ability to build rapport with clients and manage casefiles.
• Experience with discovery, depositions, court appearances, mediations, motions, and trials.

Responsibilities

• Consult with clients on the best legal practices and provide legal support
• Work with the legal team to compile comprehensive mediation and trial briefs
• Draft and administer legal documents including contracts, memos, and motions
• Review discovery documents and define the best course of action
• Adhere to a consistent schedule of hearings, court appearances, and case‑related conferences
• Represent the company in legal proceedings, including trials and hearings
• Facilitate the depositions of experts and case witnesses
• Research and interpret law and rulings and anticipate legal risks
• Maintain case file from opening to closing
• Maintain client relationships and communicate case status often

Skills

Analytical skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Client rapport

Discovery experience

Deposition experience

Trial experience

Time management

Organizational skills

Computer skills

Professional ethics

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

CA Bar license

Job description

APR Consulting is seeking an Attorney in Sacramento, CA with 5–12 years of construction defect or general litigation experience. The role demands strong analytical and communication skills, ability to manage complex discovery, depositions, and court appearances, and a commitment to client service.

The attorney will consult with clients, draft briefs and motions, review discovery, and represent the company in trials and hearings.