Job Description
Job ID: 407130
Practice area:- Litigation - Commercial,Litigation - Construction - General
Keywords:- Litigation Associate Attorney, Commercial Litigation Associate, Construction Litigation Attorney, Civil Litigation Associate, Construction Law Attorney, Complex Commercial Litigation, Business Litigation Attorney, Construction Disputes, Breach of Contract Litigation, Construction Defect Litigation, Trial Preparation, Motion Practice, Discovery Management, Depositions and Hearings, Legal Research and Writing, Drafting Pleadings, Case Strategy, Phoenix Legal Jobs, Arizona Litigation Attorney, AZ Bar Required
Commercial & Construction Litigation Associate Attorney (3 Year) – Sophisticated Matters | Phoenix, AZ | Bar Admission Required
A law firm is seeking a motivated, detail-oriented litigation associate (3 years) to join its Litigation practice in Phoenix, Arizona, with a focus on construction litigation and general/commercial litigation. This role offers hands-on experience across every phase of litigation, exposure to sophisticated disputes, and close collaboration with experienced litigators in a supportive, team-driven environment.
This position is actively interviewing and is a strong fit for candidates looking for Phoenix legal jobs that combine substantive responsibility, courtroom and deposition exposure, and steady mentorship.
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A law firm in Phoenix, AZ is hiring a Commercial & Construction Litigation Associate Attorney (3 years) to support high-impact disputes from investigation through trial. Build litigation skills fast with meaningful drafting, discovery, and hearing experience—plus strong mentorship.
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This is a high-growth opportunity for a litigation associate ready to take ownership of real work early. You will support construction and commercial matters that require sharp writing, strong issue-spotting, and practical case strategy. The team values responsiveness, professionalism, and the ability to move matters forward efficiently—while ensuring associates receive guidance and development.
If you want to sharpen your litigation toolkit, expand client-facing experience, and build a long-term trajectory in a partner-track position environment, this role provides the platform to do it.
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Key Responsibilities
In this Commercial Litigation / Construction Litigation role, you will:
• Assist with all phases of construction and general litigation matters, including pre-litigation investigations, pleadings, discovery, motion practice, and trial preparation
• Draft and review litigation documents, including complaints, answers, motions, briefs, and discovery requests/responses
• Conduct legal research and prepare memoranda analyzing complex legal issues
• Support depositions, hearings, mediations, and trials (including preparation and on-site assistance)
• Communicate with clients, experts, and opposing counsel under attorney supervision
• Partner with senior attorneys on case strategy, deadlines, and day-to-day case management
• Help manage litigation workflows using research platforms and litigation support tools
Future pacing: by year-end, you could be leading key discovery workstreams and drafting dispositive motion sections while gaining direct exposure to hearings and mediations.
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Qualifications
• 3 years of litigation experience (construction and/or complex commercial experience preferred)
• Active state bar admission in good standing (bar admission required)
• Demonstrated interest in construction law and general commercial litigation
• Strong ability to manage multiple assignments, meet deadlines, and thrive in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent judgment, attention to detail, and a client-service mindset
• Strong legal writing, research, and communication skills
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Culture & Firm Appeal
This role is designed for an associate who wants to learn by doing—without being left on an island. The team is collaborative, with senior attorneys who are invested in training, feedback, and helping associates build confidence across litigation tasks. You’ll gain broad exposure to construction disputes and commercial litigation issues while developing the practical skills that translate across industries and forums.
Scarcity: openings with this level of hands-on litigation exposure and consistent mentorship are uncommon at the 3-year level.
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Why This Role Is Unique
• Hands-on exposure across the full litigation lifecycle (investigation → pleadings → discovery → motions → trial prep)
• Construction litigation experience plus broader commercial/general litigation development
• Real drafting responsibility with strategy discussions and learning opportunities
• Strong foundation for long-term advancement and a potential partner-track position pathway
• Strong fit for attorneys seeking Phoenix legal jobs with substantive work and growth
Urgency: This opportunity is actively interviewing now.
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Call to Action
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