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Construction Litigation Attorney - Hybrid in San Diego

Date Posted: 09 October 2026

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Job Description

Construction Litigation Attorney: Advisory and Trial Work in San Diego

Our client, a respected San Diego law firm, represents public and private sector clients across the full life cycle of construction and is seeking a Construction Litigation Attorney with 3+ years of experience.

This is a hybrid role based in downtown San Diego. You will combine advisory work—reviewing bids and negotiating contracts—with litigation of design, delay, and breach of contract disputes through mediation, trial, and appeal.

What You'll Do

  • Review bids and contracts, and prepare and negotiate construction contracts
  • Litigate matters involving design, delay, and breach of contract issues
  • Prepare for and participate in mediations, trials, and appeals
  • Research and analyze complex tort and commercial litigation issues
  • Advise owners, contractors, subcontractors, and design professionals
  • Collaborate with partners and colleagues on strategy and client counseling

What We're Looking For

  • J.D. from an accredited law school
  • Active member of the State Bar of California in good standing
  • 3+ years of construction litigation or construction law experience
  • Strong litigation skills with exposure to contract drafting and negotiation preferred
  • Excellent research, writing, and oral advocacy skills
  • Ability to manage matters independently while working as part of a team

Why You'll Love It

  • Competitive base salary of $150,000 to $220,000, commensurate with experience
  • Bonus opportunity
  • Hybrid schedule supporting collaboration and flexibility
  • Sophisticated public and private sector construction work
  • Comprehensive benefits package
  • Clear path for professional growth

Interested in construction litigation in San Diego? Apply today or reach out to me directly.

To learn more about this opportunity or any of our other openings, please contact: Hashly Bellido at hashly.bellido@gogpac.com or call/text me at 651-352-6829. You can also confidentially email me your resume.

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.

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.

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