Partner - Construction Law

Kelley Kronenberg; Fort Lauderdale (FL); On-site; USD 350,000 - 700,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Non-Traditional Compensation Model

In-House Business Development Team

Collaborative Firm Culture

Collaborative culture

Job summary

A growing law firm in South Florida is seeking a Partner-level Attorney specialized in Construction Litigation. This role is ideal for high-performing attorneys with a strong background in construction defect defense and a portable book of business. The firm offers a competitive, performance-driven compensation model and dedicated support for client development and team scaling. Join a collaborative environment to innovate and lead within the construction law sector.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in construction litigation, focusing on construction defect defense.
• Proven track record of business development and an existing portable book of business.
• Interest in mentoring others and building a practice group.
• Commitment to exceptional client service and strong industry relationships.

Responsibilities

• Represent general contractors, subcontractors, and developers.
• Support larger casework and expand reach with dedicated marketing assistance.
• Contribute to a collaborative and innovative firm culture.

Skills

Construction litigation expertise

Business development

Leadership and mentoring

Team building

Job description

Overview

Partner – Construction Litigation | South Florida

Build the Next Chapter of Your Practice at Kelley Kronenberg. Kelley Kronenberg is actively expanding its Construction Practice across South Florida and is seeking an entrepreneurial, Partner-level Attorney with a focus on Construction and Construction Defect Litigation. If you are a high-performing attorney with an existing book of business—whether operating independently or at a mid-sized firm—and you’re ready to scale your impact and grow a team in a collaborative, forward-thinking environment, we want to hear from you.

This Is An Exceptional Opportunity For

• Attorneys who currently represent general contractors, subcontractors, developers, and other key stakeholders in the construction industry, and are looking for a platform that can support larger casework, deeper resources, and robust firm-wide collaboration.
• Partners at mid-sized firms who are interested in a more flexible and innovative business model—one that rewards performance and initiative, and that supports both personal and team growth.
• Ambitious solo practitioners or small-firm attorneys ready to take the next step and integrate their practice into a full-service, modern law firm infrastructure.

Why Kelley Kronenberg?

• Non-Traditional Compensation Model: Competitive and performance-driven, with uncapped potential.
• In-House Business Development and Marketing Team: Dedicated support to help you service your current clients and expand your reach in the construction industry.
• Top-Tier Talent Acquisition Team: We handle recruiting and scaling your team, so you can focus on strategy and client delivery.
• Collaborative Firm Culture: You’ll join a firm that values mentorship, team leadership, and innovation, with the autonomy to shape your own practice.

What We’re Looking For

• 5+ years of experience in construction litigation, ideally with a focus on construction defect defense and representation of construction companies.
• A track record of business development success and/or an existing portable book of business.
• A leadership mindset, with interest in mentoring attorneys and building out a practice group.
• A commitment to providing exceptional client service and maintaining strong industry relationships.

Confidential Inquiries Encouraged

All inquiries will be handled with the highest level of confidentiality. We welcome discussions with attorneys who are serious about making a strategic move that prioritizes professional growth, client service, and long-term sustainability.

Note: We are not accepting resumes or referrals from search firms for this role.