Ashton North
Litigation Associate Attorney - Charleston (Construction)
Ashton North, Charleston, South Carolina, United States, 29408
LITIGATION ASSOCIATE ATTORNEY - CONSTRUCTION & COMPLEX DISPUTES
Location: Charleston, SC
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Our client, a prestigious Southeast regional law firm, is seeking a skilled Litigation Associate Attorney to join their Construction Practice Group. This role offers hands‑on experience across all stages of complex litigation, with the opportunity to advocate for a diverse roster of developers, builders, and contractors while collaborating with a dynamic legal team.
Candidate Profile
JD
from a top‑tier law school with an excellent academic record
Active Bar Admission
in South Carolina, in good standing
5+ years
of substantive litigation experience
Experience taking and defending fact and expert witness depositions
Expert deposition experience is required
Strong background in discovery, motions practice, and courtroom advocacy
Prior experience with construction litigation is strongly preferred, but not required
Excellent legal research, communication, and writing skills
Ability to manage multiple cases simultaneously and work both independently and collaboratively
Key Responsibilities
Represent clients in complex construction‑related disputes across state and federal courts
Take and defend expert and fact witness depositions
Draft pleadings, motions, discovery requests, and legal memoranda
Argue motions and support trial preparation strategy
Engage in mediation, arbitration, and alternative dispute resolution
Provide counsel on contract negotiation and risk mitigation
Collaborate with clients and internal teams to deliver efficient dispute resolution
Why Join Us? This role provides the opportunity to work in a thriving, high‑energy litigation practice that values both strategic advocacy and practical problem‑solving. Attorneys in this group benefit from direct client contact, meaningful courtroom experience, and collegial mentorship that supports long‑term professional development. The team handles a broad spectrum of construction‑related matters, including defect claims, delay disputes, warranty issues, payment claims, design liability, and regulatory compliance. Whether navigating trial strategy or resolving disputes through mediation or arbitration, you’ll gain exposure to litigating high‑impact cases across the Southeast and beyond.
Compensation & Benefits
Salary : Expected base salary range of $190,000 – $310,000, as 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, law school transcript, and writing sample for consideration.
Our client is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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Our client, a prestigious Southeast regional law firm, is seeking a skilled Litigation Associate Attorney to join their Construction Practice Group. This role offers hands‑on experience across all stages of complex litigation, with the opportunity to advocate for a diverse roster of developers, builders, and contractors while collaborating with a dynamic legal team.
Candidate Profile
JD
from a top‑tier law school with an excellent academic record
Active Bar Admission
in South Carolina, in good standing
5+ years
of substantive litigation experience
Experience taking and defending fact and expert witness depositions
Expert deposition experience is required
Strong background in discovery, motions practice, and courtroom advocacy
Prior experience with construction litigation is strongly preferred, but not required
Excellent legal research, communication, and writing skills
Ability to manage multiple cases simultaneously and work both independently and collaboratively
Key Responsibilities
Represent clients in complex construction‑related disputes across state and federal courts
Take and defend expert and fact witness depositions
Draft pleadings, motions, discovery requests, and legal memoranda
Argue motions and support trial preparation strategy
Engage in mediation, arbitration, and alternative dispute resolution
Provide counsel on contract negotiation and risk mitigation
Collaborate with clients and internal teams to deliver efficient dispute resolution
Why Join Us? This role provides the opportunity to work in a thriving, high‑energy litigation practice that values both strategic advocacy and practical problem‑solving. Attorneys in this group benefit from direct client contact, meaningful courtroom experience, and collegial mentorship that supports long‑term professional development. The team handles a broad spectrum of construction‑related matters, including defect claims, delay disputes, warranty issues, payment claims, design liability, and regulatory compliance. Whether navigating trial strategy or resolving disputes through mediation or arbitration, you’ll gain exposure to litigating high‑impact cases across the Southeast and beyond.
Compensation & Benefits
Salary : Expected base salary range of $190,000 – $310,000, as 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, law school transcript, and writing sample for consideration.
Our client is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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