Construction and General Liability Associate Attorney

BCG Attorney Search; City of White Plains (NY); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) retirement plan

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Disability and life insurance

Generous PTO

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search in White Plains, NY seeks an Associate Attorney to join the litigation team. The role involves handling general liability and construction-related matters with a flexible, hybrid schedule.

The candidate must be admitted to New York, have 4+ years of litigation experience (including mediation or trial), and demonstrated skills in analytical reasoning and communication. Prior experience in insurance defense and NY Construction Law is a plus.

Qualifications

• Admitted to practice in New York State.
• 4+ years of litigation experience, including mediation or trial.
• Experience in insurance defense and general liability.
• Understanding of NY Construction Law is a plus.
• Experience with OSHA hearings is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Independently manage cases in insurance defense, general liability, and construction matters.
• Collaborate with attorneys and partners on significant legal projects.
• Conduct court appearances and depositions regularly.
• Engage with clients, providing timely updates and guidance.

Skills

Analytical skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Legal project management

Education

J.D.

Job description

Job Overview

A law firm seeks an Associate Attorney in White Plains, New York, to join their litigation team. The role involves handling general liability and construction-related cases, offering a flexible, hybrid working arrangement.

Duties

• Independently manage cases in insurance defense, general liability, and construction matters.
• Collaborate with attorneys and partners on significant legal projects.
• Conduct court appearances and depositions regularly.
• Engage with clients, providing timely updates and guidance.

Requirements

• Admitted to practice in the State of New York.
• 4+ years of litigation experience, including mediation or trial.
• Experience in insurance defense and general liability.
• Understanding of NY Construction Law is a plus.
• Experience with OSHA hearings is a plus.
• Strong analytical and communication skills.
• Ability to manage caseloads independently.

Education

• JD from an accredited law school.

Certifications

• Admitted to practice law in New York.

Skills

• Superior analytical abilities.
• Excellence in written and verbal communication.
• Familiarity with legal project management is a bonus.

Benefits

• 401(k) retirement savings plan.
• Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
• Generous PTO and competitive compensation.
• Hybrid work arrangement for work-life balance.