Construction Litigation Partner - Orlando

Nelson Mullins Riley & Scarborough LLP; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 350,000 - 750,000; Full time

Job summary

Nelson Mullins Riley & Scarborough LLP in Orlando, Florida, seeks an experienced Junior Construction Litigation Partner to join its Construction Law & Litigation group. This role offers the opportunity to lead complex construction disputes in a growing AmLaw 100 firm.

Qualified candidates will have 10–20 years of construction litigation experience and must be admitted to the Florida Bar in good standing. Strong deposition and trial skills, plus leadership ability, are essential for this role.

Qualifications

• At least 10–20 years of construction litigation experience.
• Admission to the Florida Bar in good standing.
• Strong deposition, trial, and dispute resolution skills.
• Ability to lead a team of attorneys.

Responsibilities

• Manage and try complex construction litigation matters.
• Mentor and lead junior attorneys.
• Develop case strategy and client relationships.
• Collaborate with partners to drive business growth in the Orlando office.

Skills

Leadership & mentorship

Deposition & trial experience

Construction litigation

Excellent written & oral communication

Education

Juris Doctor

Florida Bar admission

Job description

Overview

Nelson Mullins is looking to add an experienced Junior Construction Litigation Partner to join its Construction Law & Litigation group in Florida, located in the Orlando office. As an AmLaw 100 firm, this will offer a unique opportunity to an attorney who wants to be part of a dynamic team and a growing office.

A Day in the Life

One of the fastest-growing and most dynamic cities in the country, Orlando’s economy is as diverse as our clients’ needs. You will be joining a knowledgeable team involved in litigation, claims analysis and risk management, and large-scale infrastructure programs and projects (procurement, contracting, and claims). Want to know more about the Orlando office? Find out Why Nelson Mullinsfrom Manager Partner of the Orlando office, Doug Starcher, or check out the officehere.

We Know You

Withat least 10 - 20 years of Construction Litigation Experience, you have a demonstrated ability to take complex cases from start to finish through all forms of dispute resolution, including trial experience. With valuable court hearing experience, preferably dispositive motion practice, you are able to analyze complex fact patterns to applicable case and statutory law, to develop a case for litigation and trial.Demonstrated deposition experience, preferably involving the taking and defending of key fact witnesses and expert witnesses; and demonstrated experience in various modes of dispute resolution, including mediation and arbitration. You have strong written and oral communication skills and the ability to lead and mentor a team of attorneys.Applicants must be admitted to and in Good Standing with the Florida Bar.

Who We Are

With more than 1,000 attorneys, policy advisors, e-discovery professionals and other business professionals across offices in California, Colorado, the District of Columbia, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Texas, West Virginia, and throughout North Carolina and South Carolina, Nelson Mullins has strong roots in the business community and an appreciation for new directions in the business world.