Construction Litigation Attorney

Gordon Rees Scully Mansukhani, LLP

. Handle construction litigation matters in the Hartford office or through remote/hybrid arrangements .

Posted 10/15/2026full-timeRemote • Connecticut • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in construction litigation, including handling motions, depositions, and written discovery efforts. Strong litigation, writing, and persuasive speaking skills are essential for effective client interactions and courtroom appearances.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Construction Litigation ExperienceMotions Briefing and ArgumentDeposition Taking and DefendingWritten Discovery LeadershipLicensed to Practice in Connecticut

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Hard Skills

Litigation SkillsResearch SkillsWriting SkillsPersuasive Speaking SkillsTrial Experience

Soft Skills

Self-StarterCollaborative WorkMinimal Supervision Management

Certifications & Qualifications

Licensed to Practice in Connecticut

Industry Keywords

Construction LitigationClient InteractionsHearingsDepositionsTrials

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Handle construction litigation matters in the Hartford office or through remote/hybrid arrangements
Brief and argue motions
Take and defend depositions
Lead written discovery efforts
Handle client interactions
Appear at hearings, depositions, and trials
Work collaboratively while managing assignments with minimal supervision

Requirements

What you’ll need

At least 3 years’ experience in construction litigation
Excellent litigation, writing, and persuasive speaking skills
Strong academic background
Proven research skills
Self-starter able to handle assignments with minimal supervision
Experience briefing and arguing motions
Experience taking and defending depositions
Experience leading written discovery efforts
Trial experience preferred but not required
Must be licensed and admitted to practice in Connecticut
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Benefits

Comp & perks

Flexible work arrangements, including fully remote and hybrid work arrangements
Professional development and mentorship
Competitive compensation
Comprehensive benefits package
Eligibility for discretionary bonuses
Eligibility for performance-based bonuses
Student loan repayment assistance
Forward-facing client interactions and experience handling appearances at hearings, depositions, and trials
Collaborative and collegial environment