Job Description

Job Title: Construction Litigation Attorney
Location: Nashville, Knoxville, or Memphis, Tennessee
Schedule: Hybrid Work Options Available
Firm Type: AmLaw / Big Law Platform

Build your litigation career with a nationally recognized law firm handling complex construction matters.

A highly regarded Big Law firm is seeking an experienced Construction Litigation Attorney to join its growing team in Nashville, Knoxville, or Memphis. This is an excellent opportunity for an attorney who enjoys working on high-stakes construction disputes, collaborating with top-tier attorneys, and representing sophisticated clients in complex litigation.

Position Overview

This role focuses on construction-related litigation, including disputes involving developers, contractors, subcontractors, insurers, and design professionals. Attorneys will work on matters from case strategy through trial or resolution, often involving large-scale commercial and infrastructure projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Handle construction litigation matters in state and federal courts

• Represent contractors, developers, owners, and design professionals in complex disputes

• Draft and argue motions, pleadings, and discovery

• Take and defend depositions and participate in mediations and arbitrations

• Work closely with partners and clients on case strategy and risk analysis

• Manage cases from inception through resolution

Qualifications

• 7+ years of litigation experience, with construction litigation strongly preferred

• Experience with construction defect, delay claims, contract disputes, or project litigation

• Strong research, writing, and courtroom skills

• Ability to manage files and collaborate within a team-oriented environment

• Licensed or eligible for admission in Tennessee

Why This Opportunity

• Work with Big Law attorneys and sophisticated clients on complex construction matters

• Hybrid work flexibility

• Strong mentorship and career development opportunities

• Competitive compensation, bonus structure, and full benefits package

• Opportunity to work in Nashville, Knoxville, or Memphis

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.