Mid-Level Construction Litigation Associate — Hybrid, Tampa

6 Degrees Search; Tampa (FL); Hybrid; USD 165,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Discretionary bonus

Paid time off

Parental leave

Commuter benefits

Employee assistance program

Job summary

6 Degrees Search seeks a Construction Associate Attorney in Tampa for a mid-level role in a growing construction litigation practice. The hybrid position offers hands-on experience with high-stakes disputes and direct exposure to leading partners in a collaborative environment.

The ideal candidate has a JD from a top-tier school, Florida bar admission, 4–5 years of substantive litigation experience focused on construction, and strong writing, discovery, and case analysis skills to guide

Qualifications

• JD from a top-tier law school and an excellent academic record.
• Active Bar Admission in Florida in good standing.
• 4–5 years of substantive general litigation experience with a focus on construction litigation.
• Experience drafting pleadings, motions, and legal memoranda.
• Experience handling discovery processes and depositions.
• Excellent legal writing and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Litigation experience

Construction litigation

Pleadings & motions

Legal writing

Discovery & depositions

Client service mindset

Team collaboration

Education

JD - top-tier law school

Job description

6 Degrees Search seeks a Construction Associate Attorney in Tampa for a mid-level role in a growing construction litigation practice. The hybrid position offers hands-on experience with high-stakes disputes and direct exposure to leading partners in a collaborative environment.

The ideal candidate has a JD from a top-tier school, Florida bar admission, 4–5 years of substantive litigation experience focused on construction, and strong writing, discovery, and case analysis skills to guide