Construction Litigation Attorney

Metric Geo; Oakland (CA); On-site; USD 200,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with partial match

Profit sharing

Annual discretionary bonuses

Job summary

A respected California law firm is looking for a Litigation Associate with 4–8 years of complex litigation experience to join their construction-focused team in Oakland. This role offers hands-on litigation work, the chance to manage high-stakes cases from start to finish, and a supportive environment with strong mentorship. The ideal candidate will possess excellent legal writing and research skills and have a collaborative mindset. A competitive salary between $200,000 and $260,000 is offered, along with bonuses and benefits.

Qualifications

• 4–8 years of experience in complex litigation.
• Interest or experience in construction-related disputes.
• Excellent legal writing and research skills.

Responsibilities

• Hands-on litigation work, serving as first or second chair.
• Manage complex cases end-to-end.
• Collaborate in a supportive and collegial environment.

Skills

Complex litigation experience

Legal writing skills

Research skills

Collaborative mindset

Entrepreneurial approach

Education

Strong academic background

Job description

Litigation Associate – Construction (4–8 Years)

I'm partnering with a highly respected California law firm to help grow their construction-focused litigation team in Oakland. This is an excellent opportunity for a litigator who wants real responsibility, meaningful case ownership, and long-term career growth—not just a seat on large teams.

Why this role stands out:

• Hands-on litigation work with opportunities to serve as first or second chair
• Exposure to sophisticated, high-stakes matters with room to manage cases end-to‑to‑end
• Supportive, collegial environment with strong mentorship and training
• Clear path for advancement and the chance to build a long‑term practice

What we're looking for:

• 4–8 years of complex litigation experience
• Experience with (or strong interest in) construction‑related disputes
• Excellent legal writing and research skills
• Strong academic background
• A collaborative mindset and entrepreneurial approach to practice
• Base salary range: $200,000–$260,000 (DOE)
• Annual discretionary + billable bonuses
• 401(k) with partial match and profit sharing
• Reasonable billable expectations

If you’re currently in Big Law or a litigation‑heavy environment and looking for more ownership, better balance, and a firm where people actually enjoy working together, this is worth a conversation.

📩 Message me directly for details or to discuss fit confidentially.