Litigation Attorney — Construction & Commercial Disputes

Law firm; Towson (MD); On-site; USD 120,000 - 175,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan

Profit sharing

Work-life balance

Job summary

Towson Law Firm is seeking a Litigation Attorney with 3–10 years of substantive litigation experience. The candidate should have a strong background in general commercial litigation, construction litigation, insurance defense, and/or real estate.

The role offers a collaborative culture and opportunities to work on meaningful disputes from investigation through appeal, including depositions and trial preparation. Maryland Bar eligibility is required or DC/VA admission a plus.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school.
• Active Maryland Bar membership (DC or VA admission a plus).
• 3–10 years of relevant litigation experience.
• Strong analytical, writing, and advocacy skills.
• Experience representing contractors, subcontractors, design professionals, or sureties is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Represent clients in construction, insurance defense, real estate, and/or commercial disputes from initial investigation through trial and appeal.
• Draft pleadings, motions, discovery requests/responses, and legal memoranda.
• Conduct and defend depositions, manage written discovery, and handle court appearances.
• Provide strategic counsel to clients and participate in settlement negotiations and mediations.
• Work both independently and collaboratively with senior attorneys and partners.

Skills

Analytical skills

Writing

Advocacy

Education

J.D. from an accredited law school

Job description

Towson Law Firm is seeking a Litigation Attorney with 3–10 years of substantive litigation experience. The candidate should have a strong background in general commercial litigation, construction litigation, insurance defense, and/or real estate.

The role offers a collaborative culture and opportunities to work on meaningful disputes from investigation through appeal, including depositions and trial preparation. Maryland Bar eligibility is required or DC/VA admission a plus.