Construction Litigation Attorney

Bennett Tueller Johnson & Deere; Cottonwood Heights (UT); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Bennett Tueller Johnson & Deere is seeking a Construction Litigation Attorney in Cottonwood Heights, Utah. You will represent contractors, developers, owners, and design professionals from pre-suit to trial, under supervision, with increasing responsibility as you gain experience.

The role involves drafting pleadings, taking depositions, reviewing contracts, and working with experts to support disputes across construction projects.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor from an accredited law school.
• Active Utah State Bar in good standing (or eligible for admission on motion).
• 3–5 years of litigation experience.
• Experience handling civil litigation matters from filing through resolution.

Responsibilities

• Handle construction disputes, including construction defect, breach of contract, payment and delay claims, and construction lien and bond claims
• Draft pleadings, motions, discovery, briefs;
• Take and defend depositions
• Review and analyze construction contracts, change orders, and project records
• Work with construction experts and consultants on defect, delay, payment, and damages analysis
• Prepare for and participate in hearings, mediation, arbitration, and trial
• Advise clients on dispute strategy, risk, and resolution options
• Keep clients informed of case status
• Manage case files and deadlines; maintain accurate, timely billing records
• Work with paralegals and legal assistants on case preparation and discovery management

Skills

Legal research

Legal writing

Attention to detail

Client communication

Caseload management

Independent work

Team collaboration

MS Office

Education

Juris Doctor

Tools

Microsoft Office

Legal research platforms

Job description

For more than 32 years, Bennett Tueller Johnson & Deere has served businesses, individuals and public entities across Utah. We are a 50-attorney firm based in Cottonwood Heights, and our litigation group handles commercial and construction disputes. Excellence is our standard, and you will work alongside experienced litigators and a strong support team who hold themselves to it.

Position

The Construction Litigation Attorney represents contractors, developers, owners, design professionals, and other construction industry clients in disputes from pre-suit evaluation through trial, arbitration, mediation, and appeal. The attorney works under the supervision of senior litigation attorneys and takes increasing responsibility for matters as experience allows.

Responsibilities

• Handle construction disputes, including construction defect, breach of contract, payment and delay claims, and construction lien and bond claims
• Draft pleadings, motions, discovery, briefs;
• Take and defend depositions
• Review and analyze construction contracts, change orders,and project records
• Work with construction experts and consultants on defect, delay,payment, and damages analysis
• Prepare for and participate in hearings, mediation, arbitration, and trial
• Advise clients on dispute strategy, risk, and resolution options
• Keep clients informed of case status
• Manage case files and deadlines; maintain accurate, timely billing records
• Work with paralegals and legal assistants on case preparation and discovery management

Required Qualifications

• Juris Doctor from an accredited law school
• Active member in good standing of the Utah State Bar (or eligible for admission on motion)
• Three to five years of litigation experience
• Experience handling civil litigation matters from filing through resolution

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in commercial or business litigation
• Experience in both state and federal courts
• Experience with appellate briefing and arbitration

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong academic credentials
• Excellent legal research and writing skills
• Sound judgment and the ability to manage a caseload with competing deadlines
• Clear, professional communication with clients, opposing counsel, and the court
• Attention to detail and accuracy in pleadings, discovery, and filings
• Ability to work independently under supervision and collaborate with attorneys, paralegals, and legal assistants
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, document management, and legal research platforms