Construction Litigation Income Partner - Denver, CO

Fox Rothschild; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 305,000 - 340,000; Full time

Job summary

Fox Rothschild in Denver, CO seeks an Income Partner for the Litigation Department focused on construction litigation and defect matters. The candidate will manage a workload from intake through resolution, including multi-party actions, with significant experience in delay and disruption claims.

The ideal candidate has 12+ years of progressive litigation, strong deposition and trial skills, and Colorado licensure. Firm experience and leadership in a collaborative environment are highly valued.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor required; active Colorado license to practice law.
• 12+ years of progressive litigation experience with a focus on construction law, construction defect, and/or related litigation.
• Experience managing construction defect matters from intake through resolution, including multi-party actions.
• Proven ability to prosecute and defend construction delay, disruption, and acceleration claims for owners, developers, GCs, and subs.
• Strong deposition, motion practice, and courtroom experience; second-chair trial/arbitration experience required.

Responsibilities

• Represent developers, builders, general contractors, design professionals, and subcontractors in construction defect litigation, arbitration, and mediation.
• Collaborate with engineering, architectural, and forensic experts to evaluate defect claims.
• Analyze CPM schedules, evaluate delays, and quantify damages.
• Review contracts, change orders, and project records to develop litigation strategies.
• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, and other substantive documents; handle discovery and depositions.
• Attend mediations, settlements, hearings, arbitrations, and trials; manage client communications and deadlines.
• Oversee associates, paralegals, and consultants to ensure efficient case management and exceptional service.
• Engage in business development and client-relations activities.

Skills

Construction litigation

Litigation management

Deposition experience

Motion practice

Courtroom experience

Client relations

Team leadership

CDARA knowledge

Contract interpretation

Defect litigation knowledge

Education

Juris Doctor

Colorado Bar License

Job description

Description

Fox Rothschild has an opening in the Denver, CO office for an Income Partner in our Litigation Department with a focus on construction litigation. The ideal candidate will have 12+ years of progressive litigation experience with a substantial focus on construction law, construction defect, and/or litigation. This attorney will manage a caseload of construction defect matters from intake through resolution, including multi-party residential and commercial defect actions. They will also prosecute and defend construction delay, disruption, and acceleration claims for owners, developers, general contractors, and subcontractors.

Key Responsibilities

Construction & Design Defect

• Represent developers, builders, general contractors, design professionals, and subcontractors in construction defect litigation, arbitration, and mediation.


• Collaborate with engineering, architectural, and forensic experts to evaluate defect claims involving structural, mechanical, electrical, waterproofing, and building envelope issues.


• Serve as a recognized resource on Colorado-specific construction defect statutes, including the Construction Defect Action Reform Act (CDARA) and applicable statutes of repose and limitation.

Construction Scheduling & Delay

• Analyze Critical Path Method (CPM) schedules and work with scheduling experts to evaluate delay impacts, including concurrent delays, excusable versus inexcusable delays, and owner-caused delays.


• Review and interpret construction contracts, change orders, project documentation, and scheduling records to develop litigation strategies.


• Assess and quantify delay damages, including extended general conditions, lost productivity, acceleration costs, and liquidated damages exposure.

General Litigation

• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, and other substantive legal documents.


• Prepare and respond to written discovery, including interrogatories, requests for production, and requests for admission.


• Take and defend depositions of parties, fact witnesses, corporate representatives, and expert witnesses.


• Attend and participate in mediations, settlement conferences, hearings, arbitrations, and trials.


• Maintain regular communication with clients and opposing counsel about case developments and litigation strategy.


• Track deadlines, manage caseloads efficiently, and ensure compliance with court rules and scheduling orders.


• Staff matters and oversee work of associates, counsel, paralegals, and expert consultants to ensure efficient case management and exceptional client service.


• Participate in business development and client relationship activities.

Qualifications

Juris Doctor required. Must hold an active license to practice law in the State of Colorado.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Demonstrated experience managing complex litigation matters independently from inception through resolution.


• Strong deposition, motion practice, and courtroom experience.


• Second-chair trial or arbitration experience required; first-chair experience strongly preferred.


• Excellent legal research, writing, and analytical skills.


• Exceptional communication and client-relations skills.


• Strong work ethic, attention to detail, and ability to manage competing deadlines.


• Team player with a collaborative approach; highly motivated.


• Law firm experience preferred.

Work Environment & Physical Demands

This job operates in a clerical, office setting. This role routinely uses standard office equipment including, but not limited to, computers, telephones, printers, and copiers.

Physical Requirements

Sedentary work: Exertion of physical strength to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects up to 10 pounds. Work involves sitting most of the time. Walking and standing are often necessary in carrying out job duties.

Compensation & Benefits

The salary range for this position applies to Colorado. The salary range reflects a variety of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including but not limited to experience, education, licensure and/or certifications, geographic location, market demands and other business and organizational needs. It is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for a position. A reasonable estimate of the current range for this position is $305,000 – $340,000.

For information on Fox Rothschild's compensation and benefits visit: Compensation & Benefits (foxrothschild.com).

DISCLAIMER

Fox Rothschild is under no obligation to provide sponsorship for this position. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis now and in the future. The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not a contract or employment agreement and is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of all functions, responsibilities, or requirements the employee may be required to perform, and the employee may be required to perform additional duties. Additionally, management reserves the right to review and revise the job description at any time. Employment with the firm is at-will. Employees must be able to satisfactorily perform all of the essential functions of the position with or without a reasonable accommodation. If an accommodation request would cause an undue hardship or a safety concern, the individual may not be eligible for the position.

Fox Rothschild LLP is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, religion, color, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression, breastfeeding, lactation, disability, or veteran status, among other factors, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local jurisdictions.

Applicants who need any assistance applying for a position are encouraged to contact the Human Resources Department, [e-mail].