Keough Construction Law is seeking a Florida-licensed attorney with at least three years of civil litigation experience to join its growing construction law practice.
This position is designed for an attorney who wants meaningful litigation experience, competitive compensation, and a genuine work-life balance without the billable-hour requirements commonly associated with larger law firms. The position offers a $150,000 annual salary with a billable-hour requirement of only 1,200 hours per year, or approximately 100 hours per month, together with a substantial bonus opportunity for attorneys who choose to exceed that requirement.
The position is remote, although an in-person office is available for attorneys who prefer to work from the office. The associate will be expected to attend in-person hearings, depositions, client meetings, mediations, trials, and other proceedings when necessary or required.
Construction law experience is preferred, but not required. We are primarily looking for a strong civil litigator with good judgment, strong legal research and writing skills, and the ability to assume meaningful responsibility for assigned matters. Trial experience and construction litigation experience are both strongly preferred.
Qualifications
Must be licensed to practice law in Florida and in good standing with The Florida Bar;
At least 3 years of civil litigation experience;
Experience managing litigation matters and deadlines;
Experience with written discovery, depositions, hearings, mediations, motion practice, and trial preparation;
Excellent legal research, analytical, and written advocacy skills;
Strong oral advocacy, communication, and client-management skills;
Ability to exercise sound professional judgment and take ownership of assigned matters;
Construction law or construction litigation experience preferred; and
Trial experience preferred.
Compensation and Benefits
$150,000 annual base salary;
1,200 annual billable-hour requirement, equivalent to 100 billable hours per month;
Bonus compensation of $150.00 for every billable hour exceeding the associate's minimum billable-hour requirement;
Remote work;
15 days of paid time off annually;
10 paid holidays annually;
Generous employer contribution toward health benefits; and
5% 401(k) match.
Why This Opportunity Is Different
Keough Construction Law is intentionally structured to provide attorneys with a manageable work load and a meaningful work-life balance. At 1,200 billable hours per year, our minimum billable requirement is substantially below the requirements imposed by many traditional law firms, while still offering a competitive base salary and significant additional earning potential.
The bonus structure is straightforward: once the associate exceeds the minimum billable requirement, the associate earns $150.00 for each additional billable hour. An attorney who wants to maintain a lighter workload can do so without being pressured to meet a 1,800- or 2,000-hour target, while an attorney who wants to earn substantially more has a direct opportunity to do so.
The position also provides significant flexibility. The associate may work remotely for the majority of the position, while remaining available to attend hearings, depositions, mediations, trials, client meetings, and other proceedings in person when necessary. Attorneys who prefer working in an office environment will also have that option.
The successful candidate will have the opportunity to handle substantive litigation, work directly with clients, develop courtroom experience, and assume increasing responsibility as the firm continues to grow. For an attorney interested in building a long-term career with the firm, there is also opportunity for advancement and path to partnership.
All inquiries and applications will be treated confidentially.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Keough Construction Law is an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.