Hybrid Construction Litigation Associate — Tampa

Ashton North LLC; Tampa (FL); Hybrid; USD 165,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Ashton North LLC is seeking a Construction Associate Attorney in Tampa, FL to join its hybrid practice. The role targets mid-level attorneys with a focus on high-stakes construction disputes, offering hands-on responsibility and client-facing opportunities.

The candidate should have a JD from a top-tier law school, active Florida Bar admission, and 4–5 years of general litigation experience in construction matters. Strong writing and collaboration skills are 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.
• Experience drafting pleadings, motions, and legal memoranda.
• Discovery and depositions experience.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Litigation experience

Construction litigation

Legal drafting

Legal writing

Client service mindset

Team collaboration

Education

JD from top-tier law school

Job description

Ashton North LLC is seeking a Construction Associate Attorney in Tampa, FL to join its hybrid practice. The role targets mid-level attorneys with a focus on high-stakes construction disputes, offering hands-on responsibility and client-facing opportunities.

The candidate should have a JD from a top-tier law school, active Florida Bar admission, and 4–5 years of general litigation experience in construction matters. Strong writing and collaboration skills are essential.