Construction Litigation Attorney - Flexible, High-Impact

Hamilton Miller & Birthisel; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Flexible working environment

401(k) retirement plan

Wellness programs

Biometric Wellness Screenings

Job summary

Hamilton Miller & Birthisel LLP, a premier insurance defense trial firm, seeks a Construction Attorney to handle litigation across our Florida matters from discovery through trial. You will draft pleadings, conduct and defend depositions, and manage client communications while building a trial-ready strategy.

Applicants should have a JD from an accredited school, FL Bar in good standing, and at least 3 years in construction law; courtroom experience and deposition practice are preferred.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school.
• Active Florida Bar membership in good standing.
• Minimum 3 years of experience practicing construction law.
• Experience conducting depositions preferred.
• Courtroom experience, including arguing motions, preferred.

Responsibilities

• Independently manages construction matters statewide.
• Conducts and defends fact and expert depositions, including retained and opposing experts.
• Drafts and argues dispositive motions, including motions for summary judgment, and appears at related hearings.
• Performs site inspections and attends in-person depositions as required.
• Prepares litigation strategy, evaluates exposure, and advises clients on case direction with a trial-ready approach.
• Manages a high volume of files while ensuring compliance with court rules and deadlines.
• Maintains and grows client relationships and book of business.
• Applies federal and state civil procedure requirements.
• Demonstrates professionalism under pressure and adheres to ethical standards.

Skills

Litigation

Deposition

Legal Research

Drafting

Trial Preparation

Client Communication

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.)

Florida Bar in good standing

3+ years construction law experience

Tools

Court procedures

Job description

Hamilton Miller & Birthisel LLP, a premier insurance defense trial firm, seeks a Construction Attorney to handle litigation across our Florida matters from discovery through trial. You will draft pleadings, conduct and defend depositions, and manage client communications while building a trial-ready strategy.

Applicants should have a JD from an accredited school, FL Bar in good standing, and at least 3 years in construction law; courtroom experience and deposition practice are preferred.