Pay: $130,000.00 - $150,000.00 per year
Why This Is a Great Opportunity
- Take ownership of sophisticated construction defect litigation with meaningful client contact and case responsibility.
- Join an established defense practice where experienced attorneys are trusted to lead matters and shape litigation strategy.
- Enjoy a hybrid schedule that combines flexibility with collaboration and access to a strong legal support platform.
- Handle substantive depositions, mediations, hearings, expert strategy, and trial preparation rather than simply supporting cases.
- Build on your construction litigation expertise in a senior role with long-term growth potential and professional autonomy.
Location: Phoenix, Arizona. This is a hybrid opportunity offering the flexibility to work remotely part of the week while staying connected to our Phoenix-area attorneys, clients, and cases.
Note: Candidates must be actively licensed to practice law in Arizona, have 10+ years of attorney experience, and bring at least 3+ years of construction defect litigation experience.
About Us
We are a respected regional litigation practice representing businesses, insurers, and other clients in complex civil defense matters. Our attorneys receive meaningful responsibility, strong operational support, and the resources needed to handle sophisticated litigation while developing lasting client relationships. Confidential Employer.
Job Description
- Manage complex construction defect litigation matters from initial evaluation through resolution.
- Develop case strategy, evaluate liability and damages, and provide practical recommendations to clients.
- Draft pleadings, dispositive motions, discovery, briefs, and other litigation documents.
- Conduct and defend depositions involving parties, experts, contractors, subcontractors, and other witnesses.
- Work with construction experts and consultants to evaluate technical issues, damages, and potential exposure.
- Represent clients in hearings, mediations, settlement conferences, and other proceedings.
- Manage discovery, deadlines, experts, and litigation strategy across an active caseload.
- Communicate directly with clients regarding case developments, exposure, strategy, and resolution.
- Prepare matters for trial and take on courtroom responsibilities appropriate to your experience.
Qualifications
- Active Arizona Bar license in good standing.
- 10+ years of attorney experience.
- 3+ years of construction defect litigation experience.
- Strong civil litigation, legal writing, research, and case management skills.
- Experience conducting depositions and handling substantive litigation matters.
- Excellent client communication, judgment, and negotiation skills.
- Ability to work effectively in a hybrid Phoenix environment.
- Defense-side construction, insurance defense, trial, and mediation experience preferred.
Why You Will Love Working Here
- Senior-level autonomy with strong litigation and administrative support.
- Hybrid flexibility and a collaborative professional environment.
- Sophisticated construction defect matters with meaningful ownership.
- Direct client relationships and opportunities to influence case strategy.
- A platform designed to let experienced attorneys focus on high-quality legal work and long-term career growth.
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Benefits:
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance