Construction Litigation Associate

LJW Solutions; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 170,000 - 220,000; Full time

Job summary

LJW Solutions in Tampa, Florida, seeks a Construction Litigation Associate with 4+ years of experience to manage a varied caseload and independently handle matters from inception to resolution.

The role offers exposure to sophisticated disputes across clients in the construction sector, with collaboration from seasoned attorneys and opportunities for career growth within a national practice.

Qualifications

• 4+ years' experience in Construction Litigation.
• Admission to the Florida Bar.
• Experience managing litigation matters with a high degree of autonomy.
• Strong drafting, advocacy, negotiation, and legal research skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• Strong academic credentials.
• Outstanding organisational skills with the ability to prioritise competing deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• A proactive, commercially minded approach with a commitment to delivering exceptional client service.

Responsibilities

• Managing a broad range of construction litigation matters from inception through to resolution.
• Advising clients on construction contract disputes, delay and disruption claims, defect claims, payment disputes, and risk management.
• Drafting pleadings, motions, discovery requests, legal memoranda, and other litigation documents.
• Conducting depositions, mediations, arbitrations, and court hearings.
• Developing litigation strategy and working closely with clients to achieve commercially focused outcomes.
• Collaborating with experts, consultants, and technical professionals throughout the litigation process.
• Managing deadlines, client communication, and all aspects of case progression efficiently.

Skills

Construction litigation

Education

Florida Bar admission

Job description

Construction Litigation Associate (4+ Years' Experience)

Tampa, Florida

$170,000 - $220,000 DOE

An outstanding opportunity has arisen for a Construction Litigation Associate to join a highly regarded national law firm with an established and growing Construction practice in Tampa, Florida.

This position offers the opportunity to work on sophisticated and high-value construction disputes, representing a diverse client base that includes developers, contractors, subcontractors, owners, architects, engineers, and other construction industry professionals. You'll join a collaborative team handling complex matters from initial strategy through to trial and resolution.

The Role

You will manage a varied caseload of construction litigation matters, taking responsibility for files independently while collaborating with experienced attorneys on larger, more complex disputes.

Key responsibilities include:

• Managing a broad range of construction litigation matters from inception through to resolution.
• Advising clients on construction contract disputes, delay and disruption claims, defect claims, payment disputes, and risk management.
• Drafting pleadings, motions, discovery requests, legal memoranda, and other litigation documents.
• Conducting depositions, mediations, arbitrations, and court hearings.
• Developing litigation strategy and working closely with clients to achieve commercially focused outcomes.
• Collaborating with experts, consultants, and technical professionals throughout the litigation process.
• Managing deadlines, client communication, and all aspects of case progression efficiently.

About You

The successful candidate will possess:

• 4+ years' experience in Construction Litigation.
• Admission to the Florida Bar.
• Experience managing litigation matters with a high degree of autonomy.
• Strong drafting, advocacy, negotiation, and legal research skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• Strong academic credentials.
• Outstanding organisational skills with the ability to prioritise competing deadlines in a fast‑paced environment.
• A proactive, commercially minded approach with a commitment to delivering exceptional client service.

What's on Offer?

• Competitive compensation in the region of $170,000 - $220,000, depending on experience.
• Opportunity to join a respected national practice with an established presence in the construction sector.
• Exposure to complex, high-value construction disputes across a wide range of industries.
• High-quality work with sophisticated regional and national clients.
• Excellent career progression within a growing litigation team.
• Supportive and collaborative working environment with ongoing professional development and mentorship.

This is an excellent opportunity for a Construction Litigation Associate seeking to advance their career with a nationally recognised practice. You'll enjoy exposure to challenging and rewarding work, a strong pipeline of complex matters, and genuine opportunities for long-term professional growth within a collaborative and high-performing team.