Associate Attorney

Overview Associate Attorney (3–5 Years Experience) Commercial Litigation | Construction | Real Estate Litigation This growing boutique law firm is seeking an experienced Associate Attorney with 3–5 years of litigation experience to join our team. This role is ideal for an attorney who thrives in a fast‑paced environment, enjoys managing cases independently, and is looking for meaningful hands‑on litigation experience in a collaborative small‑firm setting. About the Role This position focuses primarily on commercial litigation, construction litigation, and real estate‑related disputes, with a strong emphasis on defense work for home builder clients. The ideal candidate is confident handling litigation matters from inception through resolution with minimal supervision. This is not a role requiring business development or an existing book of business—we are looking for a strong practitioner who can step in, take ownership of files, and contribute immediately. Key Responsibilities Independently manage a litigation caseload from pre‑suit through trial preparation and resolution Draft pleadings, motions, discovery requests/responses, and legal correspondence Conduct legal research and prepare strategic case analyses-li> Manage depositions, hearings, mediations, and client communications Coordinate with paralegals and support staff throughout the lifecycle of each matter Develop and execute litigation strategy with partner oversight as needed Represent clients in commercial, construction, and real estate disputes Ideal Candidate Profile 3–5 years of litigation experience required Experience in commercial litigation, construction litigation, and/or real estate litigation strongly preferred Ability to independently manage files with confidence and sound judgment Strong writing, analytical, and oral advocacy skills Comfortable working in a high‑volume, fast‑moving legal environment Self‑starter with strong organizational skills and attention to detail Licensed and in good standing with the applicable state bar What This Role Is / Is Not This role IS for someone who: Wants substantive litigation experience and autonomy Enjoys handling cases from start to finish Thrives in a busy, highly engaged legal environment Prefers a close‑knit team over a large, compartmentalized firm structure This role is NOT ideal for someone who: Comes from a purely transactional practice (estate planning, closings, document‑heavy advisory work) Prefers highly structured environments with narrowly defined responsibilities Requires significant day‑to‑day handholding or oversight #J-18808-Ljbffr KDymond Consulting