Senior Construction Litigation Associate or Counsel — Hybrid

Red Seal Recruiting; Charleston (SC); Hybrid; USD 225,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Red Seal Recruiting represents a well-regarded regional law firm seeking a Senior Associate Attorney or Counsel for its Construction Litigation Practice Group in Charleston, SC. This hybrid role offers significant responsibility across all phases of litigation, with opportunities to work on sophisticated construction disputes for regional and national players.

The ideal candidate holds a JD from a top-tier law school, active Bar admission, and 6+ years in complex litigation at a sophisticated

Qualifications

• JD from a top-tier law school with an excellent academic record.
• Active Bar Admission in the relevant jurisdiction, in good standing.
• 6+ years of substantive complex litigation experience in a sophisticated law firm setting.
• Construction litigation knowledge is beneficial but not required.

Responsibilities

• Represent construction industry clients in complex commercial and construction-related disputes.
• Manage matters involving defective construction, design defects, scheduling delays, warranty obligations, and lien rights.
• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, discovery materials, and other litigation documents.
• Conduct and defend depositions of parties, fact witnesses, experts, and other professionals.
• Prepare for and attend court hearings, mediations, arbitrations, regulatory proceedings, and trials.
• Develop case strategies designed to resolve disputes efficiently and achieve favorable client outcomes.
• Conduct legal research and prepare clear, persuasive written analyses.
• Collaborate with clients, opposing counsel, consultants, and expert witnesses throughout the litigation process.
• Assist with contractor licensing, building codes, and related regulatory issues.

Skills

Active Bar Admission

6+ years complex litigation

Deposition & trial experience

Communication skills

Self-starter/team player

Education

JD from top-tier law school

Job description

Red Seal Recruiting represents a well-regarded regional law firm seeking a Senior Associate Attorney or Counsel for its Construction Litigation Practice Group in Charleston, SC. This hybrid role offers significant responsibility across all phases of litigation, with opportunities to work on sophisticated construction disputes for regional and national players.

The ideal candidate holds a JD from a top-tier law school, active Bar admission, and 6+ years in complex litigation at a sophisticated