Senior Construction Litigation Counsel — Hybrid (Charleston)

CareerNerds; Charleston (SC); Hybrid; USD 203,000 - 248,000; Full time

Job summary

CareerNerds, LLC in Charleston, SC is seeking a Senior Associate Attorney or Counsel to join its Construction Litigation Practice Group in a hybrid work model. This role offers meaningful responsibility across all phases of litigation for clients including regional and national homebuilders, owners, developers, general contractors, and other construction industry participants.

A background in construction law is helpful, but experienced litigators from other complex civil matters are encouraged

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.
• Construction litigation knowledge beneficial but not required.

Responsibilities

• Represent construction industry clients in complex commercial and construction-related disputes.
• Manage matters involving defective construction, design defects, delays, 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 outcomes.
• Perform legal research and prepare clear, persuasive written analyses.
• Work with clients, opposing counsel, consultants, and expert witnesses throughout the process.
• Assist with contractor licensing, building codes, and related regulatory issues.
• Collaborate with attorneys across practice areas on contracts, risk management, and dispute-avoidance strategies.

Skills

Complex litigation experience

Legal research

Legal writing

Litigation strategy

Education

J.D. from a top-tier law school

Active Bar Admission in relevant jurisdiction

Job description

CareerNerds, LLC in Charleston, SC is seeking a Senior Associate Attorney or Counsel to join its Construction Litigation Practice Group in a hybrid work model. This role offers meaningful responsibility across all phases of litigation for clients including regional and national homebuilders, owners, developers, general contractors, and other construction industry participants.

A background in construction law is helpful, but experienced litigators from other complex civil matters are encouraged