Construction Litigation Associate — Hybrid (Tampa)

Keystone Distinction Group; Tampa, Northern (FL, KY); Hybrid; USD 165,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Profit sharing

Discretionary bonus

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

Keystone Distinction Group in Tampa, FL is seeking a mid-level Associate Attorney to join its Construction Litigation Practice. The role offers hybrid work, client exposure, and hands-on experience handling high-stakes disputes.

Ideal candidates have a JD from a top-tier law school, Florida bar in good standing, 4–5 years of general litigation experience focused on construction matters, plus strong drafting and discovery skills.

Qualifications

• JD from a top-tier law school with excellent academic record.
• Active Florida Bar in good standing.
• 4–5 years of substantive general litigation experience, focusing on construction litigation.
• Experience drafting pleadings, motions, and legal memoranda.
• Experience handling discovery and depositions.
• Excellent legal writing and analytical skills.
• Strong interpersonal and communication abilities, with a client-service mindset.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Represent clients in construction litigation matters, including contract disputes, defect claims, and delay-related litigation.
• Draft litigation-related documents with precision and strategic insight.
• Manage discovery, including document review, depositions, and expert witness coordination.
• Conduct legal research and case analysis to develop effective litigation strategies.
• Work closely with partners and senior attorneys on case strategy and trial preparation.

Skills

Active Bar Admission (Florida)

Litigation experience

Construction litigation

Pleadings & motions drafting

Discovery & depositions

Legal writing

Client service mindset

Independent & team work

Education

JD from a top-tier law school

Job description

Keystone Distinction Group in Tampa, FL is seeking a mid-level Associate Attorney to join its Construction Litigation Practice. The role offers hybrid work, client exposure, and hands-on experience handling high-stakes disputes.

Ideal candidates have a JD from a top-tier law school, Florida bar in good standing, 4–5 years of general litigation experience focused on construction matters, plus strong drafting and discovery skills.