Ascendion
We are working with a respected and established law firm in Orange County, California seeking a Litigation Attorney with a minimum of 8 years of litigation experience to build a long-term career with a collaborative and high-performing group.
Making sure you fit the guidelines as an applicant for this role is essential, please read the below carefully.
About the Role: The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience handling
construction litigation ,
surety claims , and related disputes. You should be confident in managing cases from inception through resolution, including depositions, court appearances, legal research, motion practice, and client communication.
Key Responsibilities: Represent clients in defense litigation and surety matters Draft pleadings, motions, discovery responses, and legal briefs Attend court hearings, mediations, depositions, and arbitrations Work closely with partners and clients to develop and execute litigation strategy Conduct investigations and analyze construction contracts and surety bonds
Qualifications: J.D. from an accredited law school Licensed and in good standing with the California State Bar Minimum 8 years of litigation experience, with preference for construction or surety work Strong writing, communication, and organizational skills Willingness to work in the office five days a week
Why Apply? Join a well-established, reputable firm with deep roots in the construction and surety sectors Work on high-quality, complex matters with room to grow professionally Competitive compensation and benefits package
The annual salary for this position is between $180,000 - $300,000. Factors which may affect pay within this range may include geography/market, skills, education, experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate.
Benefits: The firm offers a full benefits package including medical, dental, vision, a retirement plan and paid holidays.
Making sure you fit the guidelines as an applicant for this role is essential, please read the below carefully.
About the Role: The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience handling
construction litigation ,
surety claims , and related disputes. You should be confident in managing cases from inception through resolution, including depositions, court appearances, legal research, motion practice, and client communication.
Key Responsibilities: Represent clients in defense litigation and surety matters Draft pleadings, motions, discovery responses, and legal briefs Attend court hearings, mediations, depositions, and arbitrations Work closely with partners and clients to develop and execute litigation strategy Conduct investigations and analyze construction contracts and surety bonds
Qualifications: J.D. from an accredited law school Licensed and in good standing with the California State Bar Minimum 8 years of litigation experience, with preference for construction or surety work Strong writing, communication, and organizational skills Willingness to work in the office five days a week
Why Apply? Join a well-established, reputable firm with deep roots in the construction and surety sectors Work on high-quality, complex matters with room to grow professionally Competitive compensation and benefits package
The annual salary for this position is between $180,000 - $300,000. Factors which may affect pay within this range may include geography/market, skills, education, experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate.
Benefits: The firm offers a full benefits package including medical, dental, vision, a retirement plan and paid holidays.