Construction Defect / General Liability Litigation Attorney

Pay: $140,000.00 - $180,000.00 per year

Why This Is a Great Opportunity

• Join a respected California civil litigation firm handling sophisticated construction defect and general liability defense matters.
• Take full ownership of your caseload, including discovery, depositions, motion practice, court appearances, and litigation strategy.
• Build your practice in two of California's most established and in-demand defense practice areas.
• Work alongside experienced litigators who value collaboration, strategic thinking, and professional autonomy.
• Competitive compensation with bonus opportunities that reward performance.
• Be part of a collegial team where attorneys are trusted with meaningful responsibility and supported in their long-term career growth.

Location

Hiring in Newport Beach, CA, Sacramento, CA, and Pleasant Hill, CA. This is primarily an in-office position designed to foster collaboration, mentorship, and exceptional client service across our California offices.

Note

Candidates must have an active California Bar license and a minimum of 4+ years of civil litigation experience, including construction defect and/or general liability litigation. Defense-side litigation experience is strongly preferred. Candidates who do not meet these qualifications will not be considered.

About Us

We are a well-established California civil litigation firm representing businesses, insurers, developers, contractors, and other clients in construction defect, general liability, and complex civil defense matters throughout the state. Our attorneys are entrusted with meaningful case responsibility while working within a collaborative environment that emphasizes strategic advocacy, efficiency, and outstanding client service. We invest in our people, encourage professional growth, and foster a culture built on teamwork and respect. Confidential Employer.

Job Description

• Independently manage construction defect and general liability defense cases from inception through resolution.
• Develop litigation strategy in partnership with clients and senior attorneys.
• Draft, propound, and respond to all phases of written discovery.
• Take and defend depositions of parties, fact witnesses, and expert witnesses.
• Prepare and argue law and motion matters, including demurrers, motions for summary judgment, motions in limine, and other dispositive motions.
• Appear in court for hearings, case management conferences, settlement conferences, and trial-related proceedings.
• Communicate directly with clients regarding litigation strategy, case developments, and risk assessment.
• Supervise and collaborate with paralegals and legal support staff.
• Evaluate cases and contribute to settlement and resolution strategies.
• Collaborate with attorneys across the firm's Newport Beach, Sacramento, and Pleasant Hill offices to provide exceptional client representation throughout California.

Qualifications

• Active California Bar license.
• 4+ years of civil litigation experience.
• Construction defect and/or general liability litigation experience required.
• Defense-side litigation experience strongly preferred.
• Experience independently handling discovery, depositions, motion practice, court appearances, and case strategy.
• Excellent legal research, writing, negotiation, and oral advocacy skills.
• Strong client relationship and case management abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple complex litigation matters with minimal supervision.

Why You Will Love Working Here

This is a firm built for experienced litigators who enjoy practicing law at a high level. You'll handle sophisticated construction defect and general liability defense matters, collaborate with accomplished attorneys, and work directly with clients on meaningful litigation strategy. We believe in giving attorneys the autonomy to own their cases while providing the support, resources, and collaborative culture needed for long-term success. With opportunities across multiple California offices, competitive compensation, bonus potential, and an outstanding team environment, this is an exceptional opportunity to continue building your litigation career.

JPC-1226

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

NOTE: They are hiring for Pleasant Hill, CA / Sacramento, CA / Newport Beach, CA

Requirements: Must haves: CA bar license. 4+ years of litigation experience required. Construction defect and/or general liability experience required

• Nice to haves: Defense-side experience strongly preferred

• Preferred Years as Associate: 4+

• Additional context: Relocation- [yesno]. Packages - [yesno]

• Salary Bands (Only if attorney role):

• 4 to 5 years: $140,000–$155,000

• 6 to 7 years: $155,000–$170,000

• 8 to 10 years: $170,000–$185,000

• 10+ years / senior-level: $185,000–$195,000+

Submission Email: Name / Sallie -

shansen@mvjllp.com

iclark@mvjllp.com

Quick Recruiter Reference

Newport Beach civil litigation firm seeks one defense-side litigation attorney with 4+ years of experience in construction defect and/or general liability matters. Must be CA Bar licensed with independent case management capabilities across discovery, depositions, motion practice, and court appearances. Strong comp, collegial team, in-office role.

Recruiters Submission: To submit, cancel - Construction Defect / General Liability Litigation Attorney - Mokri Vanis & Jones, LLP - JPC 1226 - Source

*New Job Order Alert*

• Client job title: Construction Defect / General Liability Litigation Attorney

• Location: Newport Beach, CA

• On-site, hybrid, remote: Hybrid or Remote

• Experience: 4

• Good fit job titles/keywords for candidates: Construction Defect Attorney, General Liability Attorney, Civil Defense Attorney, CD Defense Counsel, GL Defense Litigation Attorney, Insurance Defense Attorney, Construction Litigation Attorney, Premises Liability Attorney, Civil Litigation Associate, Trial Attorney

• # of hires needed: 1

• Open or not to recruiters on TE: No

• Job posting strategy (bottom of package details): Atty, Const Defect, 4+yrs, hybrid/remote ok