Construction Litigation Attorney

Law Firms; California (MO); Hybrid; USD 170,000 - 220,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance (fully paid)

Dental insurance (fully paid)

Vision insurance (fully paid)

Paid time off (3 weeks)

401k with Profit Sharing

Job summary

A leading law firm in California is looking for a Construction Litigation Attorney to manage complex construction disputes in Orange County. The role requires a strong background in litigation and offers the flexibility of a hybrid work setting. Candidates should have at least 3 years of relevant experience and strong independent work capabilities. This position also provides attractive benefits including fully paid medical, dental, and vision insurance, along with a competitive salary range of $170,000 - $220,000 per year.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in construction litigation.
• Strong skills in motion practice, depositions, and case strategy.
• Ability to work independently in a hybrid environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage construction defect and construction litigation matters.
• Draft and argue motions, pleadings, briefs, and discovery.
• Conduct and defend depositions.

Skills

Construction litigation experience

Strong litigation skills

Independent work

Job description

Construction Litigation Attorney – Orange County, CA

Base pay range

$170,000.00/yr - $220,000.00/yr

About the Role

A well-established California law firm is seeking a Construction Litigation Attorney to join its team in Orange County. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in complex construction disputes and wants the flexibility while still being part of a sophisticated, high‑performing practice.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage construction defect and construction litigation matters from initial claim evaluation through resolution
• Draft and argue motions, pleadings, briefs, and discovery
• Conduct and defend depositions
• Handle mediations, settlement negotiations, and trial preparation
• Collaborate with experts and consultants across multiple technical fields
• Communicate directly with clients and provide strategic guidance

Qualifications

• 3+ years of construction litigation experience
• Strong litigation skills, including motion practice, depositions, and case strategy
• Ability to work independently in a hybrid environment while staying highly responsive and organized

Billables: 1800

Bonus: $100 an hour after 1800 billables + $20k to $30k end of year bonus

Salary and Other Compensation

The annual salary for this position is between $170,000 – $220,000 annually. Factors which may affect pay within this range include geography/market, skills, education, experience, and other qualifications of the successful candidate.

Benefits

• Medical insurance (fully paid)
• Dental insurance (fully paid)
• Vision insurance (fully paid)
• Paid time off (3 weeks)
• 401k with Profit Sharing

Seniority Level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Legal

Industries

• Legal Services and Law Practice