Associate Attorney

Quintairos, Prieto, Wood & Boyer, P.A. (QPWB), a multi-office national defense firm and the largest minority- and women-owned law firm in the United States, is seeking an Associate Attorney to join our growing Construction Defect Defense practice in North Carolina and South Carolina. This is a full-time position offering competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package.

We are considering qualified candidates licensed to practice in either state.

About the Role

The Associate Attorney will handle a variety of construction defect and related civil litigation matters, representing clients throughout the litigation process. This position offers the opportunity to work on complex cases involving construction disputes, property damage, contractual claims, and general liability matters.

The ideal candidate will have a background in civil litigation or insurance defense, with construction defect experience preferred. We are seeking a motivated attorney with strong research, writing, and litigation skills who can effectively manage cases while collaborating with an experienced legal team.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

Handle construction defect defense and related civil litigation matters from inception through resolution

Represent clients in disputes involving construction defects, property damage, contractual claims, and related liability issues

Draft and prepare pleadings, motions, discovery requests and responses, memoranda, and other legal documents

Conduct legal research and analyze applicable statutes, case law, and procedural rules

Manage written discovery, document review, and production

Take and defend depositions of parties, witnesses, and experts

Attend hearings, mediations, arbitrations, case management conferences, and other court proceedings

Assist with developing litigation strategies, evaluating liability, and assessing damages

Work with construction experts, engineers, contractors, and other professionals as needed

Prepare cases for trial, including witness preparation, exhibits, and pretrial motions

Communicate regularly with clients, insurance carriers, experts, and opposing counsel

Maintain compliance with court deadlines, client reporting requirements, and internal case management procedures

Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school

Active membership in good standing with the North Carolina State Bar and/or South Carolina Bar required

Civil litigation or insurance defense experience preferred

Construction defect litigation experience strongly preferred

Experience handling general liability, property damage, or construction-related disputes is a plus

Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills

Experience with discovery, depositions, hearings, and other litigation proceedings preferred

Familiarity with applicable state and federal court procedures

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Strong organizational and time-management skills

Ability to manage multiple cases, priorities, and deadlines

Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with attorneys and legal support staff

Professional, responsive, and client-service oriented

What We Offer

• QPWB offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees, including:
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Employer-paid life insurance and short-term disability
• 401(k) with employer match
• Paid vacation, holidays, and personal time off
• Opportunities for professional growth and advancement within a national law firm

To Apply

• For immediate consideration, qualified candidates should submit their resume and indicate whether they are licensed to practice in North Carolina, South Carolina, or both.
• Compensation is commensurate with experience.
• QPWB is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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