Lead Construction Litigation Attorney

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Austin, United States Allensworth | Texas Construction Lawyers Full time

Allensworth, a busy and growing commercial construction law firm, seeks a full-time Lead Construction Litigation Attorney in its downtown Austin office.

Summary of Responsibilities

The lead attorney is responsible for the management of a large construction and design dispute docket. The docket may involve work on a variety of public or private construction disputes on behalf of owners, design professionals, or contractors. These disputes will often involve construction defects or delays, but they may also involve project closeout or other advice prior to the filing of a lawsuit or arbitration demand.

Working closely with the partner-in-charge of each case, the lead attorney is accountable for crafting litigation strategy, communicating with clients, preparing litigation budgets, and managing the execution of legal strategy, including delegating assignments to supporting associates and paralegals. Strong academic credentials, research, writing, and communication skills, ability to work well with others in a team environment, and high-motor work ethic are essential.

The broad, multifaceted nature of the firm and its client base offers the opportunity for accelerated responsibility, mentorship, and career development.

Desired Skills and Characteristics

  • Strong academic credentials and excellent legal research and persuasive/analytical writing skills
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, both internally and client-facing
  • Demonstrates strong leadership and case management skills with a proven ability to manage matters, craft strategy proactively, and implement resources in all phases of disputes
  • Comfortable working both autonomously and in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment with a variety of constituencies, including clients, partners, associates, legal assistants, and administrative staff
  • Possessesa strong attention to detail and exhibits a polished, professional, and friendly demeanor
  • Exhibits a willingness to serve in first-chair capacity on client interaction, motion practice, hearings, presentations, and coordination of case-level strategy for cases
  • Highly motivated, capable, and eager to become an indispensable part of the team and solve problemsboth for clients and for the firm

Requirements

  • Minimum of four to six years of experience as a litigator
  • Texas licensure preferred

Compensation/Benefits:

Competitive salary commensurate with experience, health, dental, 401K, paid vacation/sick leave, parking?stipend, downtown Austin office space with Class A amenities, including gym access.

To apply: Please?submit a cover letter and resume to careers@allensworthlaw.com, ccing Jennifer Randleman jrandleman@allensworthlaw.com.

About the Firm

Allensworth is a unique place to work. We designed it that way. Our firm combines excellence in construction law with a serious, ongoing commitment to collegiality, teamwork, and authenticity. We hire real people who love what they do and who enjoy being part of a close-knit, positive team thats dedicated to serving our clients.

Allensworth focuses exclusively on the practice of construction law. For 27 years, weve handled complex construction matters throughout all phases of a construction project, from the first notice of a claim to the last appeal, for clients in virtually every sector of the commercial construction industry. Our 360-degree view of the industry and singular focus on construction law allows us to provide clients with comprehensive insight, education, and strategies to minimize risk, accomplish business objectives, and resolve disputes.

For more information on what its like to work with us, visit allensworthlaw.com/careers.

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