Senior Construction Defect Litigator — Tampa

Marshall Dennehey; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Bonus opportunities

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

Marshall Dennehey, P.C., an Am Law 200 civil defense firm, seeks an experienced construction defect attorney to join its Tampa office at a level commensurate with experience. This hands-on role will involve complex construction cases for Fortune 500 clients and requires navigating Florida's Chapter 558 process.

You will manage matters from inception through resolution with autonomy and firm support, including depositions, motions, and trial preparation, while mentoring junior attorneys and

Qualifications

• 5–10 years of civil litigation experience required in construction defect matters.
• Experience defending architects, engineers, surveyors, and contractors in complex disputes is preferred.
• Comfort with Florida's Chapter 558 process and courtroom procedures.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate liability and damages for construction defect cases.
• Take and defend depositions; draft and argue substantive and dispositive motions.
• Manage cases from inception through resolution with autonomy and firm support.
• Mentor junior attorneys and collaborate with colleagues on large matters.

Skills

Civil litigation experience

Construction defect litigation

Strong judgment and organization

Job description

Marshall Dennehey, P.C., an Am Law 200 civil defense firm, seeks an experienced construction defect attorney to join its Tampa office at a level commensurate with experience. This hands-on role will involve complex construction cases for Fortune 500 clients and requires navigating Florida's Chapter 558 process.

You will manage matters from inception through resolution with autonomy and firm support, including depositions, motions, and trial preparation, while mentoring junior attorneys and