Construction Defect Attorney

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a mid-level attorney with over five years of construction defect litigation experience in Irvine, CA. This role offers immediate file handling responsibility, courtroom exposure, and growth opportunities within a collaborative team.

Duties

• Handle construction defect and habitability litigation from intake through resolution.
• Conduct all aspects of discovery.
• Draft pleadings, motions, and legal memoranda.
• Appear in state court for hearings, conferences, and mediations.
• Communicate effectively with clients, experts, and opposing counsel.
• Collaborate with partners and associates on case strategy.
• Produce high-quality written work reflecting strong research and analytical skills.

Requirements

• JD from an accredited law school.
• Active and in good standing with the California State Bar.
• 5+ years of construction defect litigation experience.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent research, writing, and analytical abilities.
• Ability to manage deadlines and work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• State courtroom experience.
• Trial experience is a plus but not required.

Education

• JD from an accredited law school.

Certifications

• Active membership with the California State Bar.

Skills

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent research, writing, and analytical abilities.
• Ability to manage deadlines and work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

• Hybrid schedule with flexibility.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Options for hospitalization, accident, and critical illness insurance.
• 401(k) with employer match.
• Life and long-term disability insurance.
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA).
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Year-end bonus eligibility.
• Paid parking.
• Flexible time off.
• 11+ paid firm holidays.
• Paid maternity and paternity leave.
• Professional development and advancement opportunities.
• Paid Bar Dues.
• Paid Jury Duty.
• Firm-issued Verizon iPhone.
• Generous employee referral bonuses.
• Social events and team-building lunches.
• Opportunities for partnership track advancement.

This premier law firm has its offices in the states of California and Nevada and specializes in all aspects of litigation. It is comprised of a significantly large team of well-established attorneys and highly qualified paralegals. Some of the main areas of practice at this firm are alternative dispute resolution, business litigation, international law, and white collar crime. This law firm is an AV-rated practice.