Litigation Associate - Construction and Commercial Litigation

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Litigation Associate specializing in Construction and Commercial Litigation in Scottsdale, AZ. This role offers the opportunity to work on complex legal challenges, gaining hands-on experience and contributing to impactful cases alongside seasoned attorneys.

Duties

• Manage and litigate construction and commercial cases.
• Conduct legal research and draft legal documents.
• Interact with clients and develop advocacy skills.
• Collaborate with a team of experienced attorneys.

Requirements

• 2-5 years of litigation experience, with a preference for construction litigation.
• Strong legal research, writing, and oral advocacy skills.
• Knowledge of federal, state, and appellate rules; familiarity with AAA, commercial, and construction rules is a plus.
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines with precision and attention to detail.
• Proactive, team-oriented attitude with a commitment to client service excellence.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.

Certifications

• Admission to the state bar.

Skills

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Proficiency in legal research tools and software.

Benefits

• Mentorship and professional growth opportunities.
• Hands-on litigation experience.
• Work-life balance with a 37.5-hour work week.
• Competitive compensation and benefits package.

The corporate law office is headquartered in Scottsdale, Arizona. The firm was established more than fifty years ago. Practice areas are extensive. Areas of expertise are estate planning, criminal defense and family law. Twenty-eight talented attorneys make up the firm. A number of their practice disciplines include appeals, civil litigation, criminal defense, healthcare law, Indian law and trust-estate litigation. The firm is a member of Meritas.