Litigation Associate - Construction Defect

BCG Attorney Search; Englewood (CO); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health insurance

Retirement savings plan

Paid time off and holidays

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search is seeking a Litigation Associate specializing in Construction Defect in Englewood, CO. The role involves managing a caseload from intake through resolution, conducting legal research, drafting motions and pleadings, and taking depositions as part of a team of senior attorneys and staff.

The ideal candidate will have progressive litigation experience in construction defect or complex commercial litigation, an active Colorado license and federal court admission, and first

Qualifications

• JD from an accredited law school.
• Active Colorado license to practice law and admission to federal court.
• Progressive litigation experience in construction/complex matters.
• First chair trial or arbitration experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of construction defect matters from intake through resolution.
• Conduct legal research, draft and argue motions, briefs, and pleadings, and take depositions.
• Engage in discovery, motion practice, and arbitration or trial preparation.
• Prepare and participate in arbitration or trial proceedings.

Skills

Legal research

Legal writing

Case management

Collaboration

Education

JD degree

Job description

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Litigation Associate specializing in Construction Defect in Englewood, CO. The successful candidate will manage a caseload of construction defect matters, collaborating with senior attorneys and legal staff to develop case management strategies for complex issues.

Duties

Manage a caseload of construction defect matters from intake through resolution. Conduct legal research, draft and argue motions, briefs, and pleadings, and take depositions. Engage actively in discovery, motion practice, and arbitration or trial preparation. Prepare and participate in arbitration or trial.

Requirements

Progressive litigation experience in construction, construction defect, or complex commercial litigation. Active license to practice law in the State of Colorado and admission to practice in federal court. Excellent research, writing, and analytical skills, with the ability to produce persuasive legal documents. Comfortable managing a full litigation caseload and working collaboratively. First chair trial or arbitration experience with knowledge of trial and hearing procedures is preferred.

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.

Certifications

Licensed to practice law in Colorado.

Skills

Strong legal research and writing abilities. Effective case management and organizational skills. Ability to work collaboratively with a legal team.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health insurance.
• Retirement savings plan.
• Paid time off and holidays.