Construction Litigation Associate - Hybrid Work + Bonuses

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

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.