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Associate Attorney - Construction Defect
- directions_car Santa Ana
- work Full-time
About the position
Note: This position is a hybrid work schedule for the Santa Ana, CA office. Associates with fewer than 2 years of experience are required to be in office close to full time or full time.
About Our Client
Our client is a respected law firm based in Orange County, California, known for its high-quality legal work and innovative solutions in the construction defect litigation space. They pride themselves on offering the resources and sophistication of a larger firm while maintaining a collegial, entrepreneurial culture that provides attorneys with significant client contact and professional development.
Job Description
- Handle construction defect litigation matters from inception through trial with minimal supervision
- Conduct discovery, site inspections, issue analysis, depositions, and settlement negotiations
- Retain and work with expert witnesses for expert discovery
- Independently manage court appearances, depositions, and hearings
- Collaborate with a team to achieve client and firm goals
Qualifications
- Minimum 5 years of construction defect experience
- Minimum of 2 years of litigation experience
- Strong litigation skills, including handling cases independently
- Admission to the California Bar
- Excellent communication and organizational skills
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a collaborative team
Why This is a Great Opportunity
- Join an AV-rated law firm known for its sophisticated work and excellent reputation
- Gain significant client contact and case responsibility
- Work in a collegial environment with entrepreneurial flexibility
- Competitive compensation package, including full benefits
- Opportunity to work on complex and challenging legal matters with respected attorneys in the field
JOB CODE: JPC - 92
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $100,000.00 - $185,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Experience:
- recent construction defect: 5 years (Required)
- recent litigation: 2 years (Required)
License/Certification:
- California Bar license (Required)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Santa Ana, CA 92705
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Place of work
Santa Ana
United States of America
About the company
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Relevant places near
- Anaheim
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Job ID: 9523093
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