Construction Litigation Associate - Firmwide

Burke, Williams & Sorensen, LLP; California; Hybrid; USD 165,000 - 225,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangement

Discretionary bonuses

Health insurance

401(k) with partial match

Billable hours bonuses

Job summary

Burke, Williams & Sorensen, LLP is seeking an Associate – Construction Litigation Attorney to join our firmwide team. The associate will handle a broad range of construction-related civil litigation matters, from inception through trial, with emphasis on complex disputes.

The role requires a minimum of four years of litigation experience, strong research and writing skills, and California Bar admission in good standing.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years of litigation experience.
• Experience with construction litigation preferred.
• California Bar admission in good standing.

Responsibilities

• Manage all phases of construction litigation from inception to resolution.
• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, and discovery requests.
• Review construction contracts, change orders, and project documents for obligations and risks.
• Take and defend depositions; prepare for hearings, mediations, and trial.
• Collaborate with senior attorneys and partners throughout case development.

Skills

Litigation experience

Contract analysis

Legal research

Writing and advocacy

Education

California Bar admission

Job description

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Attorney

Construction Litigation Associate – Firmwide

Sep 03, 2026

Burke, Williams & Sorensen is a full-service law firm with deep expertise in litigation and provides high-quality legal services to public agencies, private entities, and individuals throughout California. Burke offers a collaborative environment where attorneys work alongside seasoned practitioners to deliver effective, strategic representation. We are seeking an Associate Attorney with a minimum of 4 years of litigation experience to join our expanding Litigation team, with a particular focus on construction litigation. The ideal candidate will have experience handling complex civil litigation matters and possess excellent research, writing, analytical, and advocacy skills. The candidate should be comfortable taking ownership of litigation assignments and working closely with senior attorneys and partners throughout all stages of a matter.

Title of Position: Associate – Construction Litigation Attorney

Location: Firmwide

Responsibilities:

The associate will have the opportunity to engage in a broad range of litigation activities, including:

• Manage all phases of litigation, from case inception through resolution and trial
• Conduct and respond to written discovery, including interrogatories, requests for admission, requests for production, and subpoenas
• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, discovery requests and responses, subpoenas, and other litigation documents, including motions for summary judgment
• Review and analyze construction contracts, agreements, change orders, specifications, and related project documents to identify contractual obligations, risks, and potential claims and defenses
• Conduct legal research and prepare memoranda addressing substantive and procedural legal issues
• Attend and participate in Case Management Conferences (CMCs) and other court virtual hearings
• Prepare and argue motions and assist with all aspects of motion practice.
• Take and defend depositions, including depositions of key party witnesses, experts, and other relevant witnesses
• Participate in client interviews, witness preparation, mediations, and trial preparation
• Engage directly with insurance professionals, in-house clients, experts, third-party administrators, opposing counsel, and witnesses
• Attend and participate in mediations and settlement discussions
• Assist with trial proceedings, including preparation of exhibits, witnesses, and other trial materials
• California Bar admission in good standing

The anticipated base salary range for this full-time role is $165,000–$225,000, plus annual performance-based bonuses. The actual salary within that range will depend on the selected candidate’s years of practice and experience.

The firm offers:

• hybrid work arrangement option
• reasonable billable hours requirement
• annual discretionary and billable hours bonuses
• competitive health insurance benefits
• 401(k) with a partial match

We promote an environment that encourages mentoring attorneys to advance in the firm and their careers. Burke supports integrity, diversity, professional growth, and personal fulfillment for everyone working at our firm.