Senior Construction Litigation Attorney — Dallas

Laperouse Kennedy, PC; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 140,000 - 220,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Job summary

A growing construction law firm in Dallas is looking for a lateral associate attorney with 10-15 years of litigation experience, particularly in construction law. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in handling discovery, drafting legal documents, and litigation. Responsibilities include managing projects and cases, conducting depositions, and working collaboratively with senior attorneys. This role offers a competitive compensation package and benefits including health and life insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Must have at least 10 years of litigation experience.
• Licensed to practice in Texas.
• Experience in construction law and business disputes.

Responsibilities

• Assist with litigation matters and collaborate with senior attorneys.
• Take assignments as a first and second chair attorney.
• Manage projects from start to finish.
• Conduct and defend depositions, prepare legal documents.
• Perform legal research and attend trials and mediations.

Skills

Effective communication

Litigation and trial experience

Legal document drafting

Logical reasoning

Conducting depositions

Organizational skills

Client management

Education

JD from accredited law school

Job description

A growing construction law firm in Dallas is looking for a lateral associate attorney with 10-15 years of litigation experience, particularly in construction law. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in handling discovery, drafting legal documents, and litigation. Responsibilities include managing projects and cases, conducting depositions, and working collaboratively with senior attorneys. This role offers a competitive compensation package and benefits including health and life insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off.