Construction Litigation Attorney

Salary: Based on Experience
 
Is this your perfect fit?

• You are eager to build your litigation career in a boutique law firm that offers direct exposure to sophisticated construction disputes and hands-on mentorship.
• You enjoy working with commercial clients, solving complex legal issues, and taking increasing ownership of your caseload as your experience grows.
• You are a self-starter with a strong work ethic, positive attitude, and desire to learn from seasoned construction litigators.

 
If that describes you, we need to talk!
 
What your future day will look like:

• Represent general contractors, subcontractors, developers, engineers, and architects in construction-related disputes throughout South Carolina and North Carolina.
• Handle litigation matters involving commercial, industrial, institutional, and heavy civil construction projects.
• Draft pleadings, motions, discovery, and legal memoranda while actively participating in case strategy and client communications.
• Conduct legal research, analyze risks, and help clients navigate complex construction and business disputes.
• Manage an active caseload with increasing autonomy while receiving mentorship and support from experienced construction litigators.
• Collaborate with attorneys and paralegals utilizing modern legal technology, including Westlaw AI and other advanced legal research tools.

 
Benefits offered:

• Competitive compensation based on experience
• Performance-based bonus program with significant earning potential above billable targets
• 401(k) with firm match and vesting
• Firm-paid health insurance coverage 
• Marketing and business development support
• Strong paralegal and administrative support team

 
Type: Direct Hire
 
To be a champion in this role, you will need:

• Juris Doctor (JD) and active license to practice law in South Carolina or ability to obtain licensure
• Litigation experience ranging from new graduates to approximately 6 years; construction litigation experience preferred but not required
• Strong legal writing, analytical, research, and advocacy skills
• Desire to develop expertise in construction litigation and commercial dispute resolution
• Ability to manage client matters independently while collaborating effectively with attorneys and support staff
• Positive attitude, intellectual curiosity, strong communication skills, and willingness to jump in wherever needed

 
We know you are more than a resume and understand your next career move needs to be the right fit! If this is your first time considering Godshall as your trusted partner, welcome! Once you have applied, we will review your experience and skills. You will then hear back quickly with the next steps.
 
If you have already spoken with Godshall, please reach out to your recruiter. We will happily update your file and make sure we are considering you for all roles your experience and skills are a perfect fit for.
 
Godshall & Godshall Personnel Consultants, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, status as a parent or protected veteran status.