Senior Construction Defect Attorney — Remote (CA)

Hartford; Anaheim (CA); Remote; USD 132,000 - 199,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Travel within California

Job summary

The Hartford is seeking a Sr Staff Attorney (LM07DE) to manage construction defect and related defense matters from assessment through trial. The role is primarily remote for California-based applicants, with occasional in-person appearances within the state.

You will partner with Claims, lead strategy, and handle complex litigation while leveraging advanced tools and ongoing professional growth. Ideal candidates have 7+ years of relevant litigation experience, strong writing and courtroom

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
• Domicile and active license to practice in California.
• Member in good standing of the applicable Bar Association.
• 7+ years of relevant litigation experience, including construction defect and insurance defense.
• Documented first-chair jury trial and/or appellate experience preferred.
• Strong legal writing, research, and persuasive advocacy skills.
• Ability to manage a caseload independently and prioritize deadlines.
• Strong familiarity with California courts and local practices.
• Highly organized and comfortable with a technology-driven environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage an inventory of construction defect files through inception to trial or resolution.
• Analyze issues, conduct legal research, and develop defense strategies.
• Draft and respond to pleadings, discovery, motions, and briefs with minimal supervision.
• Take and defend depositions; work with experts and prepare witnesses.
• Represent clients at trials, hearings, mediations, arbitrations, and ADR proceedings.
• Provide timely legal advice and liability/damages evaluations to Claims and insured partners.
• Communicate with courts, opposing counsel, witnesses, and co-counsel per office procedures.
• Drive prompt, efficient disposition of cases while maintaining quality and service.

Skills

Trial experience

Legal writing

Independent caseload management

Courtroom advocacy

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school

Active California bar license

Job description

The Hartford is seeking a Sr Staff Attorney (LM07DE) to manage construction defect and related defense matters from assessment through trial. The role is primarily remote for California-based applicants, with occasional in-person appearances within the state.

You will partner with Claims, lead strategy, and handle complex litigation while leveraging advanced tools and ongoing professional growth. Ideal candidates have 7+ years of relevant litigation experience, strong writing and courtroom