Construction Attorney at Robert Half

DescriptionAssociate Attorney – Construction & Infrastructure Litigation (Houston, TX)Confidential Opportunity | Am Law 100 FirmOur client, a nationally recognized Am Law 100 law firm, is seeking an Associate Attorney with 3+ years of construction and infrastructure litigation experience to join its growing Houston office.This is an outstanding opportunity for an attorney who wants meaningful responsibility early in their career while working alongside respected partners on sophisticated, high-profile construction disputes across the country. The successful candidate will have direct client interaction, courtroom experience, and strong mentorship within a collaborative team environment.Responsibilities: Represent owners, contractors, subcontractors, developers, engineers, and other industry participants in complex construction and infrastructure disputes.Handle matters involving:Mechanics' and materialmen's liensPayment disputesDelay and disruption claimsDefective design and construction claimsContract interpretation and enforcementPrepare, file, and enforce mechanics' and materialmen's liens while advising clients regarding lien rights and related remedies.Independently manage core litigation responsibilities, including:Drafting pleadings and dispositive motionsLegal research and analysisWritten discovery and document reviewMotion practiceTaking and defending depositionsPreparing witnessesAssisting with trial strategy and trial preparationWork closely with experienced partners on complex litigation involving major commercial and infrastructure projects nationwide.Build client relationships through regular interaction and active participation in case strategy.RequirementsQualificationsJ.D. from an accredited law school with strong academic credentials.Active license to practice law in Texas.3+ years of litigation experience, with significant exposure to construction law and construction-related disputes.Experience handling mechanics' and materialmen's liens and construction contract disputes is strongly preferred.Excellent legal writing, research, and oral advocacy skills.Experience managing litigation matters with increasing levels of independence.Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced practice.Federal judicial clerkship experience is a plus, but not required.Demonstrated commitment to teamwork, professionalism, and client service.Why This Opportunity?Join one of the country's premier construction litigation practices with a national platform.Work on large-scale, high-impact projects involving commercial developments, hospitals, energy facilities, manufacturing plants, and other major infrastructure matters.Receive hands-on mentorship from experienced construction litigation partners who are invested in developing the next generation of attorneys.Gain meaningful courtroom exposure, client interaction, and substantive responsibility early in your career.Become part of a collaborative, team-oriented Houston office that offers the resources of a large national firm while maintaining the feel of a growing local practice.Excellent long-term career growth within a highly respected national litigation team.Job typePerm