Litigation Associate Attorney - Construction Defect (Hybrid)

KAHANA & FELD LLP; California (MO); On-site; USD 115,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Parental Leave

Flexible PTO

Realistic partnership track

Job summary

KAHANA & FELD LLP in California is seeking Construction Defect Attorneys to join their litigation team. The firm is recognized for its supportive culture and strong mentorship, making it an ideal place for attorneys at various career stages.

With competitive base compensation ranging from $115,000 to $200,000 based on experience, the firm also offers bonuses and excellent benefits, including paid parental leave and flexible PTO.

Qualifications

• Preferred litigation experience involving construction defect.
• Strong reference and stability in previous jobs.
• Active member of the California bar in good standing.

Responsibilities

• Work with a team of experienced attorneys.
• Enhance legal skills through training and mentoring.
• Contribute to a respectful and inclusive work environment.

Skills

Litigation experience

Construction defect knowledge

Excellent references

Education

Member of the California bar

Job description

Description

Build your career in litigation with Kahana Feld, a National Law Journal 500 firm, where legal professionals can have fulfilling careers. We have immediate openings for Construction Defect Attorneys in all of our California offices.

Kahana Feld welcomes applications from experienced practitioners, attorneys seeking to transition into a new practice area, and recently admitted attorneys.

We are seeking attorneys that are looking for an opportunity to:

• Work with great attorneys at a firm that prides itself on having a great culture.
• Benefit from our dedicated training and development team to enhance your legal skills and receive mentoring.
• Contribute to an inclusive environment fundamentally built on respect for all team members and where mentorship and a positive culture are a priority.
• Develop your career and make a difference in the world.

KF was recognized as a 2026 Top Workplace and awarded the Gold DEI Leadership Seal from the State Bar of California.

Here are a few of the many things that make KF a great firm:

• Excellent benefits (including recently added Paid Parental Leave).
• Flexible PTO.
• Leadership positions are open to all attorneys in every office.
• Realistic partnership and equity partnership track. All KF attorneys are eligible for partnership, both equity and non-equity. Promotion is based on your ability to do great work and fit our culture, and not on business development.

Requirements

• Litigation experience involving construction defect is preferred but not required; compensation will be commensurate with qualifications, skills, and relevant experience.
• Excellent references and a record of job stability.
• Member of the California bar in good standing.

KF offers competitive base compensation from $115,000 - $200,000, dependent on relevant qualifications and experience, plus discretionary and hours-based bonuses.

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Equal Opportunity Employer

Kahana Feld provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.