Associate Attorney - Construction Litigation

Associate Attorney - Construction Litigation

$120000 - $155000 per year | Dallas, TX | On-site | Permanent

Reputable Firm | Low Billable Hours | Great Work Life Balance

A bit about us:

We are a boutique Dallas law firm focused exclusively on construction law, serving contractors, developers, and design professionals across Texas. Our practice spans litigation, contract drafting, risk management, and legal counseling. We pride ourselves on being accessible and cost-effective, acting as an extension of our clients' project teams. Our attorneys are recognized leaders in construction litigation, and we offer a collaborative, close-knit environment where every attorney plays a meaningful role in client success.

Why join us?

Competitive base salary

Company paid health insurance

Dental and vision insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off (PTO) and sick time

Paid holidays

401(k) with company match

Direct mentorship from nationally recognized construction litigators

Job Details

We are seeking a Litigation Attorney to join our boutique Dallas construction law practice, where civil litigators from a wide range of backgrounds can build a career handling disputes from early case assessment through trial.

Responsibilities

Manage a litigation caseload from inception through resolution, including pleadings, discovery, motion practice, mediation, and trial

Handle disputes involving mechanics liens, construction defects, delay claims, payment claims, and contract disputes

Draft and argue dispositive motions, discovery motions, and other substantive filings in state and federal court

Take and defend depositions, including fact witnesses and experts

Prepare cases for arbitration, mediation, and trial, including witness preparation and exhibit development

Advise clients on risk management, contract compliance, and claim strategy

Review and draft contracts, subcontracts, and related project documentation

Communicate directly with clients, keeping them updated on case status, strategy, and budget

Collaborate closely with partners on case strategy and day to day litigation management

Meet an annual billable hour requirement of 1,600 hours

Qualifications

3+ years of civil litigation experience; candidates from a wide range of civil litigation backgrounds are encouraged to apply

Construction litigation experience is a plus but not required

Juris Doctor (JD) with active and good standing Texas bar license

Hands-on experience with discovery, depositions, motion practice, and trial preparation

Strong legal research, writing, and oral advocacy skills

Ability to manage a caseload independently in a lean, collaborative firm environment

Excellent client communication and organizational skills

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