Remote Construction Defect Associate (CA) | $150k–$275k

Distinct | North America; California; Remote; USD 150,000 - 275,000; Full time

Job summary

Distinct | North America seeks a Construction Defect Associate who can work fully remote from California. The role involves managing complex defect claims, coordinating with experts, and guiding sub-trade investigations through to settlement.

A California Bar admission is required and prior defense work in construction liability is preferred. The position offers significant responsibility and potential cross-border opportunities within the firm.

Qualifications

• Licensed attorney in California (California Bar)
• Experience defending construction defect or general liability matters preferred
• Ability to handle site inspections, depositions, and mediations

Responsibilities

• Site inspections, destructive testing, and review of plans and specs
• Coordinate with roofing, window, and waterproofing experts; review plans sheet by sheet
• Track carriers of subcontractors from the past and manage tenders or indemnity issues
• Deposition work and state court motions (law and motion)
• Mediations with defense counsel and plaintiffs' counsel in ongoing disputes

Education

California Bar

Job description

Distinct | North America seeks a Construction Defect Associate who can work fully remote from California. The role involves managing complex defect claims, coordinating with experts, and guiding sub-trade investigations through to settlement.

A California Bar admission is required and prior defense work in construction liability is preferred. The position offers significant responsibility and potential cross-border opportunities within the firm.