Senior Construction Litigation Attorney

Job Overview
A law firm seeks a Senior Construction Litigation Attorney in New York, New York. The successful candidate will manage a caseload involving insurance defense, general liability, and construction-related litigation, including New York Labor Law matters.

Duties

• Independently manage a caseload of construction litigation matters, including NY Labor Law claims, from inception through resolution or trial.
• Handle all aspects of litigation, including pleadings, discovery, motion practice, depositions, and court appearances.
• Collaborate with partners and team members on case strategy and complex legal issues.
• Communicate regularly with clients, providing timely updates, legal analysis, and strategic recommendations.
• Ensure compliance with court deadlines, procedural requirements, and firm standards.
• Utilize legal research tools and case management systems effectively.

Requirements

• JD from an ABA-accredited law school.
• Active membership in good standing with the New York State Bar.
• 7+ years of proven Labor Law construction experience.
• Experience with insurance defense, premises liability, and general liability matters.
• Demonstrated experience as first and/or second chair strongly desired.
• Advanced understanding of NY Construction Law (Labor Law 200, 240, 241), preferred.
• Experience with OSHA proceedings and regulatory compliance is a plus.
• Strong organizational and case management abilities.
• Proficiency with legal research platforms and case management software.

Education

• JD from an ABA-accredited law school.

Certifications

• Active membership in good standing with the New York State Bar.

Skills

• Strong organizational and case management abilities.
• Proficiency with legal research platforms and case management software.

Benefits

• 401(k) retirement savings plan.
• Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
• Generous PTO.
• Access to corporate discount programs and employee benefits.

This is one of the largest firms in the nation. This New York office is a full-service firm that renders advice to individuals, corporations, and institutions on a local, regional, national and international basis. Attorneys actively represent and advocate their clients' interests when they are involved in litigation, and act as counsel and advisors with respect to the total range of corporate, commercial and personal matters. Even though this is a large international firm, they offer low compensation and bonuses.