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Job Description

100% Remote Construction Defect Attorney! This Jobot Job is hosted by: Sharon Brown. Are you a fit? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Apply Now" button and sending us your resume. Salary: $160,000 - $200,000 per year.

About the Firm

Would you like a remote role? Please read on! This law firm is a boutique litigation practice based in Southern California, known for its focused expertise in insurance defense and civil litigation. The attorneys provide strategic representation for clients across a range of matters including personal injury, construction defect, product liability, and general liability claims. With a client-centered approach, the firm emphasizes responsiveness, efficiency, and strong courtroom advocacy. Its team combines deep legal knowledge with practical experience, allowing them to navigate complex cases and deliver favorable outcomes. Collaboration and communication are key strengths, enabling the firm to build lasting relationships with insurers, businesses, and individuals. The practice is respected for its professionalism, integrity, and consistent results in both trial and appellate courts.

Why join us?

• 100% remote
• 401(k) and 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Job Details

We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Attorney specializing in Construction Defect Insurance Defense to join our legal team. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience defending insurance carriers and insured clients in construction defect claims, providing strategic counsel, and managing complex litigation matters from inception through resolution. This role requires strong legal analysis, negotiation skills, and the ability to work collaboratively with clients, experts, and insurance professionals.

Key Responsibilities

• Represent insurance companies and insured clients in construction defect litigation, including trial and pre-trial proceedings.
• Review and analyze insurance policies, contracts, and construction documents to assess coverage and liability issues.
• Develop and implement defense strategies tailored to the unique facts and legal issues of each case.
• Conduct depositions, prepare pleadings, motions, discovery requests, and other legal documents.
• Collaborate with claims adjusters, engineers, and expert witnesses to build a strong defense.
• Negotiate settlements and alternative dispute resolutions to minimize client exposure.
• Advise clients on risk management, policy interpretation, and coverage disputes related to construction defects.
• Stay current with relevant laws, regulations, and industry trends affecting construction defect litigation and insurance defense.
• Manage case files efficiently and meet deadlines in a fast-paced legal environment.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the state bar and in good standing.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in construction defect litigation and insurance defense.
• Strong knowledge of construction law, insurance coverage principles, and defect claims.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Proven ability to manage multiple cases and deadlines effectively.
• Strong negotiation and trial advocacy skills.
• Detail-oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.

Additional

• Experience working with insurance carriers and familiarity with insurance policies and coverage disputes.
• Background in alternative dispute resolution and mediation.

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