Construction Defect Litigator

Overview

A national law firm with over 1,400 attorneys across 46 offices is seeking a Construction Defect Litigator for its Los Angeles/Orange County office. This role offers a flexible hybrid or remote working arrangement.

Responsibilities

• Defend developers, general contractors, subcontractors, and design professionals in complex construction defect litigation
• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, legal memoranda, and other legal documents
• Attend court hearings, depositions, and mediations
• Collaborate with colleagues across departments and offices to support a cohesive team environment
• Independently manage litigation caseloads from inception through resolution
• Communicate with clients and provide status updates

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an ABA-accredited law school
• Admission to practice law in the state of California
• Minimum of 5 years of defense litigation experience
• Experience drafting discovery and pretrial motions
• Strong analytical skills
• Excellent written and oral communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Construction defect practice experience strongly preferred
• Experience in construction law or related practice areas
• Experience cross-examining plaintiffs and other fact witnesses
• Experience handling court appearances, depositions, and trial experience
• Second chair trial experience

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary range: $185,000 to $230,000 USD
• Eligibility for discretionary bonuses
• Full-time position with benefits including 401(k) retirement savings plan, medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance
• Competitive salary and benefits package designed to support professional and personal needs

Location

Los Angeles/Orange County, California

The employer is committed to a respectful and inclusive work environment where employment decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and competence without regard to race, color, age, sex, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic by law.