Construction Litigation Attorney

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Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Construction Litigation Attorney in Thomasville, GA. The firm specializes in high-value construction disputes across Georgia and beyond, representing national and international companies, major contractors, and select smaller businesses. This role is open to experienced litigators and high-performing third-year law students or recent graduates.

Duties

• Manage construction litigation matters from inception through resolution.
• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, and discovery for state and federal courts.
• Conduct legal research on lien law, payment bonds, and contract disputes.
• Participate in depositions, hearings, mediations, arbitrations, and trials.
• Communicate directly with commercial clients.
• Support development of litigation strategy on high-stakes disputes.

Requirements

• 1-6+ years of litigation experience (construction, commercial, or federal preferred).
• Georgia bar admission (or ability to obtain promptly).
• Strong analytical writing and advocacy skills.
• Top academic performance or strong credentials for students/recent graduates.
• Excellent legal writing ability.
• Demonstrated interest in litigation or construction/commercial law.
• Desire to build a long-term career in a specialized litigation practice.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree.

Certifications

• Admission to the Georgia Bar (or eligibility to obtain).

Skills

• Strong analytical and legal research skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
• Proficiency in legal research tools and software.

Benefits

• Direct involvement in sophisticated, statewide construction litigation.
• Mentorship from recognized leaders in Georgia construction law.
• Exposure to national and international clients.
• Meaningful responsibility early in your career.
• Opportunity to help shape and grow an expanding litigation department.
• Work and live in a unique, thriving community.

Company info

BCG Attorney Search
400 Perimeter Center Ter NE Ste 900
Atlanta
Georgia
United States 30346
Phone : 770-450-2000
Fax : (213) 895-7306