Construction Litigation Labor Law Attorney

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Construction Litigation Labor Law Attorney in Syracuse, NY. The ideal candidate will have experience in construction litigation defense, particularly with Labor Law Sections 240(1) and 241(6), and contractual indemnification issues. The attorney will manage cases independently while collaborating with team leaders.

Duties

• Manage and report on cases to clients and carriers.
• Appear in court for conferences and motions.
• Comply with discovery and coordinate medical examinations.
• Take and defend depositions.
• Prepare and file motions.

Requirements

• Admitted to the New York Bar; additional Bars in NJ, CT, or PA are a plus.
• Substantive experience in construction litigation defense.
• Strong Labor Law deposition experience.
• General knowledge of negligence cases preferred.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree.

Certifications

• Admitted to the New York State Bar.

Skills

• Excellent communication and case management skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Family Medical Leave (FMLA) and Paid Family Leave (PFL).
• Domestic Partner Benefits (Same Sex).
• Short and Long-term Disability.
• Firm-paid Life Insurance.
• Employee Paid Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance.
• Voluntary Life Insurance.
• Pre-tax Parking and Transit Programs.
• Pre-tax Medical and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA and HRA).
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with Matching Program.
• 12 paid holidays per year.
• 3 weeks of PTO per year to start.
• Bereavement Policy.
• Jury Duty Leave.