Associate Attorney - Construction

At Mayer LLP, we believe in doing law differently — with collaboration, innovation and determination at the core. Founded by a team of experienced, entrepreneurial attorneys, we’ve built a firm where client interests come first and teamwork drives results. With a Southwest regional footprint spanning Texas, New Mexico and Arkansas and a breadth of practice areas including corporate & securities, litigation, real estate, tax, labor & employment, healthcare and immigration, we serve clients ranging from start-ups to Fortune 500 companies across industries. If you thrive in a dynamic, growth-minded environment where your contribution directly matters and you’ll work alongside skilled professionals focused on achieving business-driven legal solutions, Mayer is where you can make an impact.

Responsibilities

• Represent clients involved in various construction related incidents, construction defect, breach of contract, and breach of warranty

• Provide comprehensive legal counsel and defense strategies to individuals, businesses, and insurance companies operating within the construction industry

• Conduct thorough investigations into construction cases, analyze evidence, asses liability, and develop defense strategies tailored to each case's unique circumstances

• Represent clients in negotiations, mediation, and court proceedings

• Conduct legal research and provide legal analysis on various issues related to construction and personal injury law

• Draft pleadings, motions, and discovery requests

• Prepare for and attend depositions, hearings, and trials

• Communicate with clients, opposing counsel, and court personnel

• Participate in case strategy discussions and negotiations

• Manage case files and maintain accurate and organized records

• Attend continuing legal education courses to stay current on legal developments in the construction industry

Experience

• Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school

• Admission to the State Bar of Texas

• The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 3 years of experience in construction defect cases

• Strong research and writing skills

• Excellent oral communication and negotiation skills

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

• Strong organizational and time management skills

• Willingness to travel when necessary

• Draft pleadings, motions, and discovery requests

• Prepare for and attend depositions, hearings, and trials

• Communicate with clients, opposing counsel, and court personnel

• Participate in case strategy discussions and negotiations

• Manage case files and maintain accurate and organized records

• Attend continuing legal education courses to stay current on legal developments in the construction industry

Technology

Mayer LLP has implemented the following technology platforms:

• Westlaw

• Harvey AI

• Coyote

• PointOne

• iManage

Benefits

• Competitive quarterly bonus plan based on monthly billables - ability to earn an additional $52k annually

• Full suite of health/dental/vision benefits that go into effect the 1st of the month after an employee starts with the firm

• 10 company holidays + 4 early release days

• Hybrid schedule (3 days/week in office, 2 days/week at home)

• 401k + firm match based on previous year revenue. Historically we have matched 25% up to 6% of the employee contribution

• Employee referral bonus ($2000 - $4000)

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