Construction Associate (Garden City Office)

Moritt Hock & Hamroff LLP; Village of Garden City (NY); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401(k) with employer match

Paid vacation

Flexible Spending Plan

Job summary

A reputable law firm is seeking a Construction Associate for its Garden City Office. The ideal candidate will have 2-4 years of experience in construction litigation or commercial litigation with exposure to construction issues. Responsibilities include drafting contracts, advising clients on disputes, and supporting litigation efforts. The firm offers a competitive salary, excellent benefits including medical and a 401(k) plan, and values diversity and opportunity for all candidates.

Qualifications

• 2-4 years of experience in construction litigation, construction law, or commercial litigation.
• Experience with construction contracts and transactional work is preferred.
• Strong ability to manage multiple matters independently.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate construction-related agreements.
• Advise clients on construction-related issues and disputes.
• Support construction litigation and prepare legal documents.
• Conduct legal research related to construction matters.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Legal research

Construction litigation

Contract negotiation

Education

Juris Doctor from an accredited law school

License to practice law in good standing in New York

Job description

Construction Associate (Garden City Office)

We are seeking an Associate with 2-4 years of experience to join our Construction practice. The role focuses on representing owners, developers, general contractors, construction managers, specialty trade and subcontractors, design professionals, and sureties in both transactional and dispute-related matters. The ideal candidate will have experience in construction litigation and disputes; exposure to construction contracts and transactional work is strongly preferred. Candidates with a commercial litigation background and an interest in learning the transactional side of construction law are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate construction-related agreements, including owner, general contractor, construction manager, subcontractor, and related access or neighboring property agreements
• Advise clients on construction-related issues, including contract interpretation, scope of work disputes, delay claims, extra work claims, mechanic’s liens, and bond claims
• Support construction litigation and dispute matters, including drafting pleadings, motions, and discovery materials
• Participate in written discovery, including document review and responses
• Take and defend depositions and assist with hearings, trials, and ADR proceedings
• Conduct legal research and prepare memoranda across construction and construction‑adjacent practice matters
• Collaborate with partners and attorneys across construction and construction‑adjacent practice areas

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor from an accredited law school
• License to practice law in good standing in New York
• 2-4 years of experience in construction litigation, construction law, or commercial litigation with exposure to construction-related matters
• Experience with construction contracts and transactional work not required but preferred
• Ability to manage multiple matters and work independently while collaborating with partners and attorneys
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills; ability to interact directly with clients and counterparties
• Experience with labor or employment issues related to construction projects is a plus

In addition to our competitive salary, we offer an excellent benefit package, including medical, HSA, Flexible Spending Plan, 401(k) with an employer match and paid vacation. MHH is an equal opportunity employer.

Qualified candidates should forward their resumes along with compensation requirements to Heather Kwon, Legal Talent Coordinator at [e-mail].

400 Garden City Plaza, 2nd Floor
Garden City, NY 11530
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