Job Details

A highly regarded California-based law firm is seeking a California-admitted litigator to join its Construction Litigation practice in Oakland. This is a hybrid role.

Practice Focus

Attorneys in this role can expect to work on a wide range of complex construction and facilities-related disputes, including:

• Construction defect and delay claims;
• Breach of contract, indemnity, and warranty disputes;
• Public works and infrastructure project disputes;
• Payment and performance bond claims;
• Claims involving developers, contractors, subcontractors, architects, engineers, and public entities; and
• Risk management, claims avoidance, and pre-litigation counseling related to construction projects.

The practice involves all phases of litigation, from early case assessment through discovery, depositions, motion practice, mediation, and trial.

Qualifications

• Admission to the California Bar;
• Significant experience handling complex litigation matters (ideally 3+ years of experience);
• Experience with (or a demonstrated interest in) construction-related disputes; and
• Excellent legal writing and research skills.

What This Role Offers

• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits;
• Hybrid work arrangement in the firm's Oakland office;
• Strong litigation and administrative support (excellent support staff);
• Reasonable billable hour expectations (1850/year); and
• Annual discretionary and billable-hours bonuses.

The salary range for this role is $210,000–$270,000, depending on factors including years of experience, qualifications, and skill set.