Construction Disputes Attorney - Collaborative Growth

Bennett Tueller Johnson & Deere; Cottonwood Heights (UT); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Bennett Tueller Johnson & Deere is seeking a Construction Litigation Attorney in Cottonwood Heights, Utah. You will represent contractors, developers, owners, and design professionals from pre-suit to trial, under supervision, with increasing responsibility as you gain experience.

The role involves drafting pleadings, taking depositions, reviewing contracts, and working with experts to support disputes across construction projects.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor from an accredited law school.
• Active Utah State Bar in good standing (or eligible for admission on motion).
• 3–5 years of litigation experience.
• Experience handling civil litigation matters from filing through resolution.

Responsibilities

• Handle construction disputes, including construction defect, breach of contract, payment and delay claims, and construction lien and bond claims
• Draft pleadings, motions, discovery, briefs;
• Take and defend depositions
• Review and analyze construction contracts, change orders, and project records
• Work with construction experts and consultants on defect, delay, payment, and damages analysis
• Prepare for and participate in hearings, mediation, arbitration, and trial
• Advise clients on dispute strategy, risk, and resolution options
• Keep clients informed of case status
• Manage case files and deadlines; maintain accurate, timely billing records
• Work with paralegals and legal assistants on case preparation and discovery management

Skills

Legal research

Legal writing

Attention to detail

Client communication

Caseload management

Independent work

Team collaboration

MS Office

Education

Juris Doctor

Tools

Microsoft Office

Legal research platforms

Job description

Bennett Tueller Johnson & Deere is seeking a Construction Litigation Attorney in Cottonwood Heights, Utah. You will represent contractors, developers, owners, and design professionals from pre-suit to trial, under supervision, with increasing responsibility as you gain experience.

The role involves drafting pleadings, taking depositions, reviewing contracts, and working with experts to support disputes across construction projects.