Career opportunity
Construction Litigation Senior Associate or Counsel Attorney
Posted: November 9, 2026
CONSTRUCTION LITIGATION SENIOR ASSOCIATE OR COUNSEL ATTORNEY
Construction Litigation Practice Group
Locations: Charleston, SC
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Our client, a highly respected regional law firm, is seeking a talented Senior Associate Attorney or Counsel to join its growing Construction Litigation Practice Group in Charleston, South Carolina. This is an outstanding opportunity to handle sophisticated construction disputes while working with a dynamic team that represents regional and national homebuilders, owners, developers, general contractors, and other construction industry participants.
The position offers meaningful responsibility across all phases of litigation, including discovery, depositions, motions practice, hearings, and trial. While a construction law background is beneficial, accomplished litigators from other complex civil litigation practices are encouraged to apply.
Candidate Profile
JD from a top-tier law school with an excellent academic record
Active Bar Admission in the relevant jurisdiction, in good standing
6+ years of substantive complex litigation experience in a sophisticated law firm setting
Construction litigation knowledge beneficial but not required
Experience handling litigation matters in state and federal courts
Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills
Experience managing discovery, motion practice, and case development
Ability to independently conduct depositions, including expert witness depositions
Experience handling court appearances, hearings, mediations, and client conferences
Trial preparation experience required; jury trial experience preferred
Excellent communication and client relationship management skills
Strong organizational abilities with the capacity to manage multiple matters simultaneously
Self-starter with the ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment
Key Responsibilities
Represent construction industry clients in complex commercial and construction-related disputes
Manage matters involving defective construction, design defects, scheduling delays, unanticipated conditions, warranty obligations, payment disputes, change orders, and lien rights
Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, discovery materials, and other litigation documents
Conduct and defend depositions of parties, fact witnesses, experts, and other professionals
Prepare for and attend court hearings, mediations, arbitrations, regulatory proceedings, and trials
Develop case strategies designed to resolve disputes efficiently and achieve favorable client outcomes
Conduct legal research and prepare clear, persuasive written analyses
Work directly with clients, opposing counsel, consultants, and expert witnesses throughout the litigation process
Assist with matters involving contractor licensing, building codes, and related regulatory issues
Collaborate with attorneys across practice areas on construction contracts, risk management, and dispute-avoidance strategies
Why Join?
This position offers the opportunity to join a thriving construction practice that represents a diverse client base in private and public construction projects throughout the United States and internationally. The successful attorney will handle sophisticated disputes involving every phase of the construction process while gaining substantial courtroom, deposition, arbitration, and client-counseling responsibility.
The practice takes a comprehensive approach to construction law, combining litigation, mediation, arbitration, contract counseling, and preventative advice. Attorneys benefit from a collaborative environment, meaningful professional development, direct client interaction, and the opportunity to grow within an active and expanding practice.
Compensation & Benefits
Salary: Expected base salary range of $225,000+, determined by experience and market factors
Eligibility for multiple bonus opportunities
Comprehensive benefits package: Medical, dental, life, and disability insurance; paid parental leave; HSA/FSA; 401(k) and profit-sharing retirement plan; employee referral program; PTO and holidays; an employee assistance program; and corporate discounts
Application Requirements
Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, resume, and law school transcript for consideration.
Our client is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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Construction Litigation Practice Group
Locations: Charleston, SC
HYBRID
Our client, a highly respected regional law firm, is seeking a talented Senior Associate Attorney or Counsel to join its growing Construction Litigation Practice Group in Charleston, South Carolina. This is an outstanding opportunity to handle sophisticated construction disputes while working with a dynamic team that represents regional and national homebuilders, owners, developers, general contractors, and other construction industry participants.
The position offers meaningful responsibility across all phases of litigation, including discovery, depositions, motions practice, hearings, and trial. While a construction law background is beneficial, accomplished litigators from other complex civil litigation practices are encouraged to apply.
Candidate Profile
JD from a top-tier law school with an excellent academic record
Active Bar Admission in the relevant jurisdiction, in good standing
6+ years of substantive complex litigation experience in a sophisticated law firm setting
Construction litigation knowledge beneficial but not required
Experience handling litigation matters in state and federal courts
Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills
Experience managing discovery, motion practice, and case development
Ability to independently conduct depositions, including expert witness depositions
Experience handling court appearances, hearings, mediations, and client conferences
Trial preparation experience required; jury trial experience preferred
Excellent communication and client relationship management skills
Strong organizational abilities with the capacity to manage multiple matters simultaneously
Self-starter with the ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment
Key Responsibilities
Represent construction industry clients in complex commercial and construction-related disputes
Manage matters involving defective construction, design defects, scheduling delays, unanticipated conditions, warranty obligations, payment disputes, change orders, and lien rights
Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, discovery materials, and other litigation documents
Conduct and defend depositions of parties, fact witnesses, experts, and other professionals
Prepare for and attend court hearings, mediations, arbitrations, regulatory proceedings, and trials
Develop case strategies designed to resolve disputes efficiently and achieve favorable client outcomes
Conduct legal research and prepare clear, persuasive written analyses
Work directly with clients, opposing counsel, consultants, and expert witnesses throughout the litigation process
Assist with matters involving contractor licensing, building codes, and related regulatory issues
Collaborate with attorneys across practice areas on construction contracts, risk management, and dispute-avoidance strategies
Why Join?
This position offers the opportunity to join a thriving construction practice that represents a diverse client base in private and public construction projects throughout the United States and internationally. The successful attorney will handle sophisticated disputes involving every phase of the construction process while gaining substantial courtroom, deposition, arbitration, and client-counseling responsibility.
The practice takes a comprehensive approach to construction law, combining litigation, mediation, arbitration, contract counseling, and preventative advice. Attorneys benefit from a collaborative environment, meaningful professional development, direct client interaction, and the opportunity to grow within an active and expanding practice.
Compensation & Benefits
Salary: Expected base salary range of $225,000+, determined by experience and market factors
Eligibility for multiple bonus opportunities
Comprehensive benefits package: Medical, dental, life, and disability insurance; paid parental leave; HSA/FSA; 401(k) and profit-sharing retirement plan; employee referral program; PTO and holidays; an employee assistance program; and corporate discounts
Application Requirements
Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, resume, and law school transcript for consideration.
Our client is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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