Hybrid Construction Litigation Associate — Tampa

KLA Industries; Tampa (FL); Hybrid; USD 165,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Profit-sharing

Discretionary bonus

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

KLA Industries in Tampa, FL, is seeking an Associate Attorney for its Construction Litigation Practice. Hybrid role, mid-level attorney with hands-on exposure to high-stakes disputes in a collaborative environment.

The ideal candidate has a JD from a top-tier law school, Florida bar in good standing, 4–5 years of general litigation experience focusing on construction matters, and strong writing and research skills. Excellent client-service mindset is essential.

Qualifications

• JD from a top-tier law school with an excellent academic record.
• Active Florida Bar admission in good standing.
• 4–5 years of substantive general litigation experience focusing on construction litigation.
• Experience drafting pleadings, motions, and legal memoranda.
• Experience handling discovery processes and depositions.
• Excellent legal writing and analytical skills.
• Strong interpersonal and communication abilities with a client-service mindset.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.

Responsibilities

• Represent clients in construction litigation matters, including contract disputes, defect claims, and delay-related litigation.
• Draft sophisticated litigation-related documents with precision and strategic insight.
• Manage discovery including document review, depositions, and expert witness coordination.
• Conduct legal research and case analysis to develop effective litigation strategies.
• Work closely with partners and senior attorneys on case strategy and trial preparation.

Skills

Legal research

Litigation

Drafting pleadings

Deposition handling

Client service

Oral advocacy

Contract disputes

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) from a top-tier law school

Job description

KLA Industries in Tampa, FL, is seeking an Associate Attorney for its Construction Litigation Practice. Hybrid role, mid-level attorney with hands-on exposure to high-stakes disputes in a collaborative environment.

The ideal candidate has a JD from a top-tier law school, Florida bar in good standing, 4–5 years of general litigation experience focusing on construction matters, and strong writing and research skills. Excellent client-service mindset is essential.