Litigation Associate - Construction Defect

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

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health insurance

Retirement savings plan

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search in Tampa, FL seeks a Litigation Associate with a focus on Construction Defect to manage a busy caseload from intake to resolution. You will work closely with senior attorneys and staff to develop case strategies for complex construction disputes.

The ideal candidate has progressive litigation experience in construction or complex commercial matters, an active Florida license and federal court admission, and excellent research and writing skills to draft persuasive motions and

Qualifications

• Active license to practice law in Florida and admission to federal court.
• Progressive litigation experience in construction, construction defect, or complex commercial litigation.
• First chair trial or arbitration experience preferred.
• Juris Doctor (JD) degree required.

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 actively in discovery, motion practice, and arbitration or trial preparation.
• Prepare and participate in arbitration or trial.

Skills

Strong legal research and writing

Case management

Collaborative teamwork

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Litigation Associate specializing in Construction Defect in Tampa, FL. 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 Florida 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.

Certifications

• Licensed to practice law in Florida.

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.
• Professional development opportunities.