Construction (Litigation) Associate - Los Angeles, CA

Clark Hill Law; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 160,000 - 175,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance with optional HSA/FSA

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

Dental insurance

Vision care

Life insurance

401(k)

Vacation

Sick time

Parking/public transportation allowance

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Clark Hill Law is seeking an attorney with 3-5 years of litigation experience for its Construction Business Unit in Los Angeles, CA. Ideal candidates will possess a strong academic record from an ABA-accredited law school, be licensed to practice in California, and have trial preparation and courtroom experience. The role offers a competitive salary range of $160,000 – $175,000 annually, and eligibility for an annual bonus as well as comprehensive benefits such as health insurance, 401(k), and more.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3‑5 years of litigation experience.
• Familiarity with construction litigation is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Trial preparation and courtroom experience, including motion practice.
• File responsibility and deposition experience.
• Ability to learn new areas of law.

Skills

Litigation experience

Trial preparation

Strong advocacy skills

Research skills

Writing skills

Negotiation skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Education

Strong academic record from an ABA-accredited law school

Licensed to practice law in California

Job description

Position Overview

Clark Hill PLC is seeking an attorney with 3‑5 years of litigation experience for its Construction Business Unit in Los Angeles, CA. Familiarity with construction litigation is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Trial preparation and courtroom experience, including file responsibility, motion practice, and deposition experience; strong advocacy, research, writing, and negotiation skills. Successful candidates must have excellent interpersonal and communication skills and a willingness to learn new areas of law.

Qualifications

Strong academic record from an ABA‑accredited law school. Currently licensed to practice law in California. Minimum of 3‑5 years of litigation experience.

Compensation & Benefits

Salary range: $160,000 – $175,000 annually; eligibility for an annual discretionary bonus.

• Health insurance with optional HSA/FSA
• Short‑term disability
• Long‑term disability
• Dental insurance
• Vision care
• Life insurance
• 401(k)
• Vacation
• Sick time
• Parking/public transportation allowance
• Employee assistance program

Clark Hill is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment.