Construction Litigation Associate

Stites & Harbison, PLLC; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Moving allowance

401(k) and HR-10 retirement plans

Medical and dental insurance

Group life insurance

Long-term disability

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Domestic partner benefits

Bar association membership

CLE programs

Job summary

Stites & Harbison, PLLC, a full-service law firm in Louisville, seeks a Construction Litigation Associate with 2 to 6 years of experience to join the Construction Service Group. A background in engineering or construction is preferred but not required.

The role focuses on litigation with opportunities in contracts and related transactions. The firm offers a competitive starting salary and a robust benefits package including moving costs, 401(k)/HR-10, FSA options, medical/dental, life, long-term

Qualifications

• 2-6 years of construction litigation experience is required.
• Engineering/architecture background preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Assist with preparation and negotiation of construction and design contracts and related transactional matters.

Skills

Litigation

Construction law

2-6 years experience

Education

Engineering/Architecture background (preferred)

Job description

Stites & Harbison, PLLC, a full-service law firm, has an immediate opening for a Construction Litigation Associate with 2 to 6 years of experience to join the firm’s Construction Service Group in our Louisville office.

A degree or background in engineering, architecture, or the construction industry is preferred, but not required.

While this position is primarily focused on litigation, there will be opportunities to assist with the preparation and negotiation of construction and design contracts, as well as other related transactional matters.

Stites & Harbison is proud to be recognized as one of the Top 10 "Best Places to Work in Kentucky" for 2026 in the medium company category. The firm has made the list 20 times, with 12 appearances in the Top 10.

We offer a competitive starting salary along with a comprehensive benefits package. Benefits include an allowance for moving costs, and participation in both 401(k) and HR-10 retirement plans. We also offer flexible spending accounts for unreimbursed medical and dependent care expenses, a variety of medical and dental insurance plans, group life insurance, and long-term disability coverage. Additional benefits include access to an Employee Assistance Program (EAP), domestic partner benefits, bar association membership, and various continuing legal education (CLE) programs.

Stites & Harbison is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national or regional origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, military or veteran status, or any other status protected by law.