Contract Construction Litigation Attorney

Lee Hecht Harrison

Tampa, FL

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$75–$85 Per Hour
SKILLS
Attorney, Construction, Construction Contracts, Contract Negotiation, Legal, Legal Research, Legal Support Skills, Liens, Litigation, Negotiation Skills, Research Skills, Team Player
LOCATION
Tampa, FL
POSTED
4 days ago

LHH is assisting a growing firm in the Tampa Bay area in its search for a Construction Litigation Attorney to support an expanding caseload of complex construction-related matters. This is a contract assignment offering the opportunity to work on sophisticated disputes in a collaborative and fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

  • Handle all phases of construction defect litigation matters

  • Draft, review, and negotiate construction contracts and related agreements

  • Manage mechanic's lien and bond claims

  • Conduct legal research and prepare pleadings, motions, and discovery

  • Assist with dispute resolution, including mediation and settlement negotiations

  • Support matters involving commercial and residential development projects

  • Collaborate with attorneys, clients, experts, and project stakeholders throughout the litigation lifecycle

Qualifications

  • J.D. from an accredited law school and active Florida Bar membership required

  • 3+ years of experience in construction law or construction litigation

  • Experience handling construction defect, contract, and lien disputes

  • Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills

  • Ability to manage multiple matters in a fast-paced environment

  • Experience working on commercial development projects strongly preferred

Benefits

LHH offers benefits to eligible contract employees, including:

  • Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Interested candidates with construction litigation experience are encouraged to apply today.

Pay Details: $75.00 to $85.00 per hour

Search managed by: Richard Harley

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Military connected talent encouraged to apply

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  • The California Fair Chance Act
  • Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
  • Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
  • San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

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About the Company

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Lee Hecht Harrison