Construction Litigation Associate Attorney

Job Description

Job Description

Construction Litigation Associate Attorney

Location: Dallas, TX, Preston Center HYBRID
Employment Type: Full-Time, Direct Hire
Compensation: $120,000–$165,000 base salary, depending on experience, plus discretionary year-end bonus

PPG Staffing is partnering with a small construction law firm in Dallas to hire a Litigation Associate Attorney. This opportunity offers meaningful responsibility handling construction and commercial disputes in a casual office environment.

The ideal candidate has 3–8 years of litigation experience and is comfortable managing cases independently. Construction litigation experience is preferred, although attorneys with strong commercial or civil litigation backgrounds will also be considered. Attorneys with additional experience are welcome to apply if they are interested in an associate position.

Responsibilities

• Manage construction and commercial litigation matters from initial evaluation through resolution.
• Develop case strategy, assess legal issues, and communicate recommendations to clients.
• Conduct legal research and draft pleadings, motions, discovery requests, responses, and other litigation documents.
• Manage discovery, review evidence, and prepare for depositions, hearings, mediation, and trial.
• Work with firm partners and clients to advance matters efficiently.
• Maintain organized case files, meet deadlines, and manage competing priorities.

Qualifications

• Active Texas law license and good standing with the State Bar of Texas.
• Ideally 3–8 years of litigation experience.
• Construction litigation experience preferred; strong commercial or civil litigation experience will also be considered.
• Ability to manage cases independently and exercise sound judgment.
• Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills.
• Clear communication skills and a professional approach to client relationships.
• Strong organization, attention to detail, and follow-through.

Compensation and Benefits

• Base salary of $120,000–$165,000, with flexibility for an exceptional candidate.
• Discretionary year-end bonus.
• Health and dental coverage.
• 401(k) with employer matching.
• Free parking.
• Bar dues coverage.
• Casual office environment.

Apply

Please submit your resume for confidential consideration. Highlight any experience handling construction disputes, commercial litigation, or independently managing litigation matters.