Construction Defect Attorney

Pay: $110,000.00 - $120,000.00 per year

Why This Is a Great Opportunity

• Step into a well-resourced litigation practice with 40+ years of standing in Florida — a firm where your reputation grows alongside theirs
• Own your caseload from day one — this role is built for an attorney ready to run cases independently, not just assist
• Work within a collaborative litigation team where experienced colleagues are genuinely invested in each other's success
• Immediate bonus eligibility on top of a competitive base salary
• Health insurance and 401(k) included
• Flexible scheduling available after an initial in-office onboarding period — the firm rewards performance with trust
• A firm deeply rooted in the Jacksonville community with a culture that values both excellence and work-life balance

Location: This is a full-time, in-office position in downtown Jacksonville, FL. After your initial period, day-to-day scheduling flexibility is available with approval — the firm supports attorneys who demonstrate ownership and results.

Note: Candidates must hold an active Florida Bar license and a J.D. from an accredited law school. A minimum of 3 years of substantive construction defect litigation experience is required. No relocation package is available at this time.

About Us

We are an established insurance defense and business litigation firm with more than four decades of experience and a strong reputation across Florida. Our attorneys are recognized leaders in their respective practice areas, and our firm is known for delivering results with integrity and professionalism. We are committed to the Jacksonville community and equally committed to the growth and success of the people on our team. Confidential Employer.

Job Description

• Independently manage a construction defect litigation caseload from intake through resolution
• Develop and execute litigation strategy across a range of construction defect matters
• Draft and file motions, pleadings, discovery, orders, and other litigation documents with precision
• Conduct depositions, attend hearings, and participate in mediations and proceedings
• Collaborate with litigation team members on case strategy and client communication
• Maintain strong organization and accuracy across an active docket
• Build and maintain effective relationships with clients, co-counsel, and opposing counsel

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school (required)
• Active Florida Bar license (required)
• 3+ years of substantive construction defect litigation experience (required)
• Demonstrated ability to manage cases independently
• Strong written and oral advocacy skills
• Experience with ProLaw or similar case management software (a plus)
• Self-motivated with strong organizational and deadline management skills
• Ability to work both autonomously and collaboratively within a litigation team

Why You Will Love Working Here

This is a role for an attorney who is ready to step up — and a firm that gives you the room to do it. You won't be a number here. You'll work directly with partners and shareholders at a firm that has been a fixture in Florida litigation for over 40 years. The caseload is substantive, the team is tight-knit, and the culture is built around people who take their work seriously without taking themselves too seriously. Add in immediate bonus eligibility, health insurance, 401(k), and a path to real flexibility, and this is a practice worth building.

JPC-1219

Benefits:

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

Requirements: Must-haves: FL bar. 2+ yrs construction defect litigation exp.

• Nice to haves: ProLaw familiarity; experience managing own caseload independently; candidates from in-house or solo practice backgrounds considered if strong fit.

• Preferred Years as Associate: 3+yrs

• Additional context: Relocation- [yes]. Packages - [no]

• Salary Bands (Only if attorney role):

• 3 years construction defect experience: $110,000–$112,000

• 4–5 years construction defect experience: $113,000–$117,000

• 5+ years / senior candidate: $117,000–$120,000+

Submission Email: Morgan - [email protected]

Quick Recruiter Reference

Taylor Day Law is a 40+ year old insurance defense and business litigation firm in downtown Jacksonville, FL. They are hiring an Associate Attorney with 3+ years of construction defect litigation experience to independently manage a caseload and work within a collaborative litigation team. In-office to start with eventual day-to-day flexibility; bonuses, health insurance, and 401(k) included.

Recruiters Submission: To submit, cancel - Construction Defect Attorney - Taylor, Day, Grimm & Boyd - JPC- 1219 - Source

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• Client job title: Construction Defect Attorney

• Location: Jacksonville, FL

• On-site, hybrid, remote: On-site

• Experience: 2

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