Attorney-Construction-NYC-$160k-$240k

Jobot; New York (NY); On-site; USD 160,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobot is seeking an experienced attorney to lead sophisticated New York construction matters in a permanent, on-site role in NYC. You will own matters from inception to resolution, drafting and negotiating construction contracts, and advising on liens, delay claims, and bond disputes.

The firm is Chambers-recognized and has offices in Manhattan and Long Island, with a history of growth and a collaborative environment where attorneys can take ownership of client relationships and matters.

Qualifications

• Admission to practice in New York State and Federal courts.
• Meaningful experience handling commercial construction matters.
• Experience drafting construction contracts and handling payment disputes, liens, and delay claims.
• Excellent legal research, writing, negotiation, and advocacy skills.
• Ability to independently manage multiple sophisticated matters in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage commercial construction matters from inception through resolution
• Draft, review, and negotiate construction contracts and related agreements
• Handle payment disputes and mechanic’s lien matters
• Advise and represent clients regarding delay claims
• Handle disputes involving payment and performance bonds
• Work on New York Article 3-A trust disputes and Article 78 proceedings
• Conduct sophisticated legal research and prepare persuasive written work product
• Negotiate on behalf of owners, developers, contractors, and subcontractors
• Develop and maintain strong client relationships
• Independently manage multiple matters, deadlines, and competing priorities

Skills

Commercial construction experience

NY bar admission

Strong writing and advocacy

Client relations management

Job description

Attorney---Construction---NYC---$160k-$240k

$160000 - $240000 per year | New York, NY | On-site | Permanent

Take ownership of sophisticated New York construction matters while joining an established practice that is actively growing.

A bit about us:

We are a Chambers-recognized, full-service law firm with more than 50 years of experience serving sophisticated businesses and individuals. With offices in Manhattan, Long Island, and South Florida, the firm combines the resources and high-level work of a sophisticated practice with a collaborative environment where attorneys can take real ownership of their matters and client relationships.

Our established Construction Practice Group represents owners, developers, contractors, and subcontractors across a broad range of commercial construction matters. As the group continues to expand, we are looking for an experienced construction attorney ready to play an important role in its continued growth.

Why join us?

• Own your matters: Take meaningful responsibility for cases and client relationships rather than serving as a small piece of a larger team.
• Sophisticated construction work: Advise clients on complex matters throughout the life cycle of commercial construction projects.
• Growing practice: Join an established Construction Practice Group that is actively expanding.
• Strong platform: Work within a Chambers-recognized, full-service firm with more than five decades of experience.
• Collaborative environment: Work alongside accomplished attorneys while maintaining the independence to exercise your own judgment and develop client relationships.

Job Details

Responsibilities

• Manage commercial construction matters from inception through resolution
• Draft, review, and negotiate construction contracts and related agreements
• Handle payment disputes and mechanic’s lien matters
• Advise and represent clients regarding delay claims
• Handle disputes involving payment and performance bonds
• Work on New York Article 3-A trust disputes and Article 78 proceedings
• Conduct sophisticated legal research and prepare persuasive written work product
• Negotiate on behalf of owners, developers, contractors, and subcontractors
• Develop and maintain strong client relationships
• Independently manage multiple matters, deadlines, and competing priorities

Qualifications

• Admission to practice in New York State and Federal courts
• Meaningful experience handling commercial construction matters
• Experience with construction contract drafting, payment disputes, mechanic’s liens, delay claims, payment and performance bonds, Article 3-A trust disputes, and Article 78 proceedings
• Excellent legal research, writing, negotiation, and advocacy skills
• Strong organizational and communication abilities
• Demonstrated ability to manage client relationships effectively
• Sound judgment and the ability to independently manage multiple sophisticated matters in a fast-paced environment

Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.