Remote Construction Litigation Associate (California)

Partners Legal Search; California (MO); On-site; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Partners Legal Search is seeking a Litigation Associate for a national construction litigation practice with 3-5 years of experience. The role offers location flexibility within California for sophisticated work on a national platform.

Prior construction litigation experience is preferred but not required. The successful candidate will handle complex disputes, manage files, and participate in depositions, hearings, and trial preparations while gaining meaningful responsibility.

Qualifications

• J.D. from ABA-accredited law school.
• Must currently be based in California.
• 3-5 years of litigation experience.
• Construction litigation experience preferred, but not required.

Responsibilities

• Handle construction and related commercial litigation matters.
• Manage assigned case files and develop litigation strategy.
• Conduct written and document discovery.
• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, and other court filings.
• Take and defend depositions.
• Prepare for and participate in hearings and court proceedings.
• Assist with mediation, settlement negotiations, and trial preparation.
• Conduct sophisticated legal research and analysis.
• Work directly with clients on case strategy and developments.

Skills

Litigation

Legal research

Negotiation

Client communication

Education

J.D. from ABA-accredited law school

Job description

Partners Legal Search is seeking a Litigation Associate for a national construction litigation practice with 3-5 years of experience. The role offers location flexibility within California for sophisticated work on a national platform.

Prior construction litigation experience is preferred but not required. The successful candidate will handle complex disputes, manage files, and participate in depositions, hearings, and trial preparations while gaining meaningful responsibility.