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Construction Litigation Partner Opportunity at a Leading Law Firm

Our client, a highly respected law firm, is seeking a skilled Construction Litigation Partner to join their team. This firm is renowned for its excellence in legal services and offers a supportive and flexible environment for its attorneys.

About the Role: This position is for a partner to join the Construction Litigation Practice. The firm is Chambers recognized in the construction practice and represents a prestigious clientele, including developers, owners, and high-net-worth individuals. The firm offers flexible billing rates and a business development budget, along with a full bench of associates for support. Joining this practice means working alongside top-rated attorneys who handle a wide range of construction-related disputes. The team has extensive experience in contract negotiation, claim preparation and evaluation, and the prosecution and defense of contractor claims from pre-litigation through trial. They represent clients before state courts, federal courts, and arbitration tribunals, and have successfully resolved numerous complicated construction disputes at mediation. The practice places particular emphasis on private commercial and mass residential construction projects, managing high-stakes litigation involving complex construction law issues such as construction defects, delays, payment claims, and contract breaches.

Candidate Requirements: Income Partners should have a minimum $400k book of business, while Equity Partners should have a minimum $1 million+ book of business.

Geographic and Hiring Flexibility: The firm has offices throughout California and is also open to California-barred attorneys based out of state.

Compensation and Benefits: The firm offers a competitive compensation package aligned with top-tier law firms. The firm provides flexibility in billing and a business development budget to support partners in growing their practice.

Who Would Be a Good Fit: Partners who are looking to join a highly ranked practice group and work with a distinguished clientele will find this opportunity rewarding. The firm offers a supportive environment with a full bench of associates to assist in handling complex litigation matters. Attorneys who value flexibility in their practice and wish to work in a collaborative setting will thrive here.

Application Process: Interested candidates are invited to submit their resume. All inquiries are strictly confidential.

About Seth Davis:

Seth Davis, leading this search, boasts over two decades of experience in executive legal recruitment. Recognized nationally and internationally, Seth is a trusted name in placing high-caliber legal professionals in positions of leadership. Voted "Best Of" by The Recorder, Daily Journal, and In-house Counsel Magazine, Seth is known locally and globally as California's premier partner placement expert.

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