Construction Defect Attorney

Pay: $130,000.00 - $210,000.00 per year

Why This Is a Great Opportunity

• Join a respected litigation team with deep roots in Orange County and a long-standing reputation for high-quality client service
• Build your construction defect practice with hands-on case responsibility and direct exposure to meaningful litigation work
• Work alongside experienced litigators in a firm that values smart strategy, responsiveness, and efficient case management
• Gain strong experience representing sophisticated clients in a collaborative environment that supports long-term growth
• Step into a role with flexibility for the right candidate and real opportunity to grow your career with a stable platform

Location: This role is based in Santa Ana, California. We strongly prefer on-site collaboration, though we may consider hybrid or remote flexibility for more senior candidates.

Note: Candidates must be licensed to practice law in California and must have at least 1 year of construction defect experience.

About Us

We are a well-established litigation firm with a strong presence in Orange County and a broad civil litigation practice. Confidential Employer. Our team is known for creative advocacy, personalized service, and efficient case management, and we represent a diverse client base in complex and day-to-day litigation matters.

Job Description

• Handle construction defect matters through all phases of litigation
• Draft pleadings, motions, discovery, briefs, and other case-related documents
• Take and defend depositions and participate in mediations, hearings, and court appearances
• Analyze liability, damages, repair issues, and case strategy
• Work closely with clients, experts, carriers, consultants, and opposing counsel
• Manage case files proactively and help move matters toward efficient resolution
• Conduct legal research and provide practical recommendations to support litigation strategy
• Collaborate with a team of experienced litigators on construction-related disputes and related civil matters

Qualifications

• Active California Bar license in good standing
• 1+ year of construction defect experience
• Strong litigation writing and case management skills
• Experience with discovery, depositions, motions, and client communication
• Able to work independently while also collaborating effectively with a team
• Insurance defense or broader civil litigation experience is a plus
• Trial preparation experience is preferred

Why You Will Love Working Here

You will have the chance to do strong litigation work with a team that values quality, efficiency, and practical problem-solving. This is a great opportunity for an attorney who wants real responsibility, solid mentorship, and a platform to continue building a construction defect practice.

JPC-757

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

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

Requirements: Must-haves: CA bar license. 1+ yrs of construction defect exp. She said ‘any experience’ so they can be a bit more senior.

• Nice to haves:

• Additional context: Relocation- [NO]. Packages - [NO]

Submissions Name / Stephanie Stringer / [email protected]

Quick Recruiter Reference (Internal Summary)

Orange County litigation firm seeking a California-barred construction defect attorney for its Santa Ana office. Hard deal break is 1+ year of true construction defect experience. Role is preferably on-site, with possible hybrid or remote flexibility for more senior candidates.

Recruiters Submission: To submit, cancel - Construction Defect Attorney – Hall Griffin - JPC 757 - Source

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• Client job title: Construction Defect Attorney

• Location: Santa Ana, CA

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