Construction Litigation Associate Attorney, Los Angeles
Overview
You will own construction, prevailing wage, business, and real estate litigation matters from filing to resolution at a respected boutique law firm. You will conduct legal research, draft motions, and argue hearings while working directly with senior attorneys on case strategy. Collaborate in an in-office team of experienced litigators who mentor attorneys through substantive work. You will manage your own caseload and client relationships, gaining hands-on exposure to depositions, mediations, and negotiations. This role offers a path to grow into a senior litigator with increasing ownership and direct impact on client outcomes.
What You'll Do9
- 1Manage litigation matters from intake through resolution, taking increasing ownership as you gain experience.
- 2Conduct legal research using Westlaw or LexisNexis and draft motions, briefs, and pleadings.
- 3Argue motions in court and participate in depositions, mediations, and settlement negotiations.
- 4Communicate directly with clients, opposing counsel, and court personnel to move cases forward.
- 5Analyze contracts, evidence, and discovery materials to identify key legal and factual issues.
- 6Collaborate with senior attorneys on case strategy and prepare for hearings and trials.
- 7Track court deadlines and filing requirements to ensure timely case milestones.
- 8Develop practical strategies for construction, prevailing wage, business, and real estate disputes.
- 9Build client relationships through responsive, high-quality legal work.
Requirements9
- 1J.D. from an accredited law school.
- 2Active California Bar license in good standing.
- 31+ year of litigation experience.
- 4Strong legal research, writing, analytical, and oral advocacy skills.
- 5Ability to manage multiple matters and deadlines with attention to detail.
- 6Professional communication and a client-service mindset.
- 7Comfortable working collaboratively in an office environment.
- 8Experience with Westlaw, LexisNexis, or comparable research platforms preferred.
- 9Construction, real estate, business, or prevailing wage litigation experience is a plus.
Salary Insight
$120 - $160k per year
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