Orlando, FL · Hybrid · Full-time · Direct hire · $160,000–$170,000 a year · Job ID 9b15d421
CONSTRUCTION ASSOCIATE ATTORNEY
Location: Orlando, FL
HYBRID
Our client, a prominent AmLaw 200 law firm, is seeking a motivated mid-level Associate Attorney to join its expanding Construction Litigation Practice in Tampa. This is an excellent opportunity for a mid-level attorney to take on meaningful responsibility, work with a diverse client base, and gain hands-on experience in high-stakes construction disputes in a collaborative and client-focused environment.
Candidate Profile
- JD from a top-tier law school with an excellent academic record
- Active Bar Admission in Florida, in good standing
- 5-7 years of substantive construction litigation experience, with a focus on personal injury matters
- Demonstrated experience drafting pleadings, motions, and legal memoranda
- Experience handling discovery processes and depositions
- Excellent legal writing and analytical skills
- Strong interpersonal and communication abilities, with a client-service mindset
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a collaborative team
Key Responsibilities
- Represent clients in construction litigation matters, including contract disputes, defect claims, and delay-related litigation
- Draft sophisticated litigation-related documents with precision and strategic insight
- Manage discovery, including document review, depositions, and expert witness coordination
- Conduct legal research and case analysis to develop effective litigation strategies
- Work closely with partners and senior attorneys on case strategy and trial preparation
Why Join Us?
This is an exceptional opportunity to join a top-tier construction practice with a strong reputation for handling high-stakes construction litigation. Associates in this group gain meaningful responsibility early, working directly with experienced partners and a diverse client base. The firm fosters a collaborative, growth-oriented environment that prioritizes professional development, mentorship, and long-term career advancement. You’ll have the opportunity to broaden your litigation experience, deepen your construction expertise, and make a tangible impact on client outcomes.
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive Salary: Expected annual salary range of $160,000-$170,000, as determined by experience and market factors
- Eligibility for profit-sharing and a discretionary bonus
- Comprehensive Benefits Package: Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance; paid time off; 401(k) and other retirement plans; FSA/HSA; paid parental leave; domestic partner benefits; family/dependent care leave; employee assistance program; and commuter benefits
Application Requirements
Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, resume, and law school transcript for consideration.
Our client is an Equal Opportunity Employer.