Construction Litigation Attorney

Law Firms; North Carolina; Remote; USD 140,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

Law Firms is seeking an experienced Construction Litigation Attorney for a 100% remote role based in North Carolina. The position offers a low billable-hour expectation and a clear path toward partnership, with opportunities to handle sophisticated construction litigation and related business disputes.

Responsibilities include managing cases from inception to resolution, advising on construction matters, drafting pleadings and contracts, developing strategy, and building client relationships.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of legal experience with construction law, litigation, or complex business disputes.
• Strong legal research, writing, analytical, negotiation, and advocacy skills.
• Excellent client communication and case management abilities.

Responsibilities

• Manage complex construction litigation and business disputes from inception through resolution.
• Advise clients on construction law matters and contractual disputes.
• Draft and review pleadings, motions, contracts, and other legal documents.
• Develop case strategies, conduct legal research, and represent clients in negotiations and proceedings.
• Maintain strong client relationships and provide practical, solutions-oriented legal counsel.
• Collaborate with colleagues and contribute to the firm’s continued growth and professional development.

Skills

Construction law

Litigation

Negotiation

Education

J.D. ABA-accredited

Job description

Construction Litigation Attorney | 100% Remote | North Carolina

Looking for sophisticated legal work without the demanding billable-hour expectations? This opportunity is worth exploring!

We’re partnering with a highly regarded law firm seeking an experienced Construction Litigation Attorney to join its growing practice. This is an excellent opportunity for an attorney who wants to handle complex legal matters, build meaningful client relationships, and enjoy greater work-life balance.

About the Role:

• 100% Remote – Work from anywhere in North Carolina.
• Low Billable Requirement – Just 1,600 billable hours annually.
• Competitive Compensation – Above-market salary based on experience, plus performance-based bonuses.
• Partnership Track – Opportunity to build a long-term practice and advance professionally.
• Quality of Work – Handle sophisticated construction litigation, business disputes, and related transactional matters.

Responsibilities:

• Manage complex construction litigation and business disputes from inception through resolution.
• Advise clients on construction law matters, contractual disputes, and related legal issues.
• Draft and review pleadings, motions, contracts, and other legal documents.
• Develop case strategies, conduct legal research, and represent clients in negotiations and proceedings.
• Maintain strong client relationships and provide practical, solutions-oriented legal counsel.
• Collaborate with colleagues and contribute to the firm’s continued growth and professional development.

Qualifications:

• Preferred 3+ years of legal experience, ideally involving construction law, construction litigation, or complex business disputes.
• Experience with trial work and transactional matters is strongly preferred.
• Strong legal research, writing, analytical, negotiation, and advocacy skills.
• Excellent client communication and case management abilities.
• J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school.
• Demonstrated professionalism, sound judgment, and the ability to manage complex matters independently.

Salary and Other Compensation:

The annual salary for this position is between $140,000 – $230,000. [Factors which may affect pay within this range may include geography/market, skills, education, experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate.]

The Company offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements: