Attorney - Labor Law - $170k

We Are Legal Revolution; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 137,760 - 179,088; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus for additional billable hours

Flexibility for family and personal needs

Diversity and inclusion initiatives

Job summary

A law firm specializing in construction and labor law in New York seeks an attorney with a JD and active admission to the New York State Bar. This role offers hybrid flexibility, aiming for 1850 billable hours per year with bonuses for additional hours. Candidates should have at least 3 years of construction litigation experience. The firm promotes diversity and inclusion, providing significant opportunities for professional growth. Interested applicants are encouraged to connect for a confidential discussion.

Qualifications

• Active New York State Bar admission.
• 3+ years in construction litigation or New York Labor Law defense.
• Experience in high-exposure matters.

Responsibilities

• Handle construction litigation cases.
• Represent clients in depositions and strategic advocacy.
• Manage motions and discovery processes.

Skills

Motions

Discovery

Depositions

Strategic advocacy

Education

JD from an accredited law school

Job description

Location/Schedule: Hybrid (3 days in-office, with flexibility when needed)

Practice: Construction & Labor Law Defense – New York Labor Law §§ 240/241 claims, scaffolding/gravity accidents, construction defects, general liability, premises liability, and high-exposure owner/contractor disputes for national insurers and self-insured clients

What stands out about this opportunity:

• Lower-Than-Industry Billables – Hit a manageable 1850-hour target, significantly below typical big‑firm demands, freeing up time for quality work and real life outside the office.
• $50/Hour Bonus Kicker – Pocket an extra $50 per billable hour for everything over 1850, turning strong performance into direct, meaningful cash rewards.
• True 3-Day In-Office Flexibility — Commit to just 3 days onsite with built‑in wiggle room for personal needs, in a supportive environment that prioritizes results over rigid schedules.
• Strong Diversity & Inclusion – Join a firm celebrating robust diversity, with prominent female leaders in key positions and active representation of minorities, fostering an empowering, equitable culture.
• Massive National Reach – Leverage a powerhouse platform with 250+ attorneys across 23 offices in over 35 states, giving you broad exposure, resources, and opportunities on a truly national scale.

Core Requirements (Flexibility for Exceptional Candidates):

• JD from an accredited law school and active New York State Bar admission (additional jurisdictions a plus).
• 3+ years of relevant experience in construction litigation, New York Labor Law defense, or related high‑exposure matters.
• Proficient in motions, discovery, depositions, and strategic advocacy in complex construction cases.

No one fits every box perfectly—if you're passionate about construction/Labor Law defense and close on experience, let's connect confidentially! This is one of several similar roles I'm handling.

If this aligns with your goals, reach out for a quick, no-pressure discussion.

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