Construction Litigation Associate

International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials (IAPMO); Troy, Northern (MI, KY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus & profit sharing

Paid vacation

Health benefits

Job summary

Troy, Michigan law firm seeks a Construction Litigation Associate with 2–5 years of litigation experience. The role involves researching, drafting, and representing clients in disputes within the construction industry.

The candidate should hold a JD from an accredited school, be licensed to practice in Michigan, and demonstrate strong analytical, writing, and advocacy skills. Collaboration with senior attorneys and effective case management are essential.

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of litigation experience.
• JD degree from an accredited law school.
• License to practice law in Michigan.
• Strong analytical and writing abilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with legal research tools.

Responsibilities

• Conduct substantive legal research on litigation issues.
• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs and other documents.
• Represent clients in court proceedings and negotiations.
• Analyze contracts and transactional documents.
• Collaborate with senior attorneys on complex matters.
• Manage multiple matters and deadlines effectively.

Skills

Litigation experience

Analytical skills

Written communication

Case management

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Tools

Westlaw

LexisNexis

Job description

Job ID: 429469

Practice area:- Litigation - Construction - General

Construction Litigation Associate

A construction-focused law firm is seeking a Litigation Associate Attorney with 2–5 years of litigation experience for its Troy, Michigan office. This position offers the opportunity to work on diverse litigation matters within a collaborative legal team and develop substantive experience in a practice serving participants throughout the construction industry.

The successful candidate will conduct legal research, prepare pleadings and motions, represent clients in court proceedings and negotiations, analyze contracts and transactional documents, and collaborate with senior attorneys on complex cases. The position is suited to an attorney with strong analytical, writing, advocacy, and case-management abilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct substantive legal research on issues arising in litigation matters.
• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, and other litigation documents.
• Analyze case facts and applicable law to support litigation strategy.
• Represent clients in court proceedings and negotiations.
• Assist with the preparation and presentation of client matters throughout the litigation process.
• Review and analyze contracts and transactional documents relevant to disputes.
• Identify contractual provisions and legal issues affecting client positions.
• Collaborate with senior attorneys on complex litigation cases.
• Manage multiple active matters and competing deadlines effectively.
• Maintain organized case files and ensure timely completion of assignments.
• Communicate clearly and professionally with attorneys, clients, and other parties.
• Contribute to the development of practical strategies for resolving disputes.

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of litigation experience.
• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• License to practice law in Michigan.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• Strong legal research and legal writing capabilities.
• Proficiency with legal research tools and software.
• Ability to review and analyze contracts and transactional documents.
• Ability to manage multiple cases and deadlines effectively.
• Capacity to work independently while collaborating productively with senior attorneys and other team members.

Construction Litigation Practice

The firm's practice is centered on construction law, giving the associate exposure to legal issues affecting a broad range of construction‑industry participants.

The firm's clients include developers, project owners, architects, engineers, general contractors, subcontractors across multiple trades, and material suppliers. Its broader practice includes construction law, business consulting and litigation, surety law, and real estate law.

This environment provides an attorney interested in construction litigation with exposure to disputes arising from sophisticated projects, business relationships, contracts, and transactions.

The associate will be expected to understand not only the legal issues involved in a dispute but also the underlying contractual documents and commercial considerations affecting the parties.

Litigation and Advocacy Experience

This position provides meaningful involvement in both written advocacy and client representation.

The associate will research legal issues, draft pleadings, motions, and briefs, and participate in court proceedings and negotiations. These responsibilities provide an opportunity to strengthen litigation skills while working with experienced attorneys on increasingly complex matters.

Contract analysis is also an important component of the role. The attorney should be comfortable reviewing agreements and transactional documents, identifying provisions relevant to a dispute, and incorporating those findings into legal analysis and litigation strategy.

Professional Development

The successful candidate will work collaboratively with senior attorneys while developing greater independence in managing litigation responsibilities.

For an attorney with 2–5 years of experience, the position offers the opportunity to deepen legal research, drafting, advocacy, negotiation, and case-management capabilities while gaining specialized knowledge of construction‑related disputes.

The breadth of the firm's construction client base can also provide valuable exposure to the perspectives of owners, developers, design professionals, contractors, subcontractors, and suppliers.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• Develop focused experience in construction litigation.
• Work with clients representing multiple segments of the construction industry.
• Participate in court proceedings and negotiations.
• Draft substantive pleadings, motions, and briefs.
• Analyze construction contracts and other transactional documents.
• Collaborate with senior attorneys on complex litigation matters.
• Gain exposure to construction law, business litigation, surety law, and real estate‑related issues.
• Build stronger case‑management and litigation strategy skills.
• Join a practice specifically focused on the legal needs of the construction industry.

Benefits

• Discretionary bonus and profit‑sharing program.
• Paid vacation time.
• Comprehensive health benefits.

Candidate Profile

The ideal candidate is a litigation attorney with 2–5 years of experience who combines strong research and writing skills with practical judgment and effective communication.

Candidates should be comfortable handling multiple matters and deadlines, analyzing contractual documents, preparing litigation filings, participating in negotiations, and working closely with more senior attorneys.

An attorney seeking to build deeper experience in construction litigation while taking on meaningful responsibility within a specialized practice is encouraged to apply for confidential consideration.

The law firm specializes in construction law. Its practice areas include business consulting & litigation, construction law, surety law, and real estate law. It represents developers, project owners, architects, engineers, general contractors, subcontractors of all trades, and material suppliers. The firm is located in Troy, Michigan.