Construction Defense Associate Attorney

Career Legal; New York (NY); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Growth opportunities

Exposure to complex multi-party cases

Job summary

Career Legal is seeking a Construction Defense Associate Attorney (3+ years) in New York. The attorney will handle construction defect litigation from inception to resolution, drafting pleadings, motions, and discovery responses, and collaborating with experts, contractors, and developers.

Representation in mediations and court proceedings is expected. The role requires strong analytical and litigation skills and experience in construction-related disputes.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of construction litigation experience.
• Experience with defect claims preferred.
• Strong analytical and litigation skills.

Responsibilities

• Handle construction defect litigation from start to finish
• Draft pleadings, motions, and discovery responses
• Work with experts, contractors, and developers
• Represent clients in mediations and court proceedings

Skills

Litigation skills

Construction law

Job description

Construction Defense Associate Attorney (3+ Years) – New York

About the Role

A well-established firm is seeking a Construction Defense Attorney to handle litigation involving construction disputes, defects, and related claims.

Key Responsibilities

• Handle construction defect litigation from start to finish
• Draft pleadings, motions, and discovery responses
• Work with experts, contractors, and developers
• Represent clients in mediations and court proceedings

Requirements

• 3+ years of construction litigation experience
• Experience with defect claims preferred
• Strong analytical and litigation skills

Why Apply

• Growing practice area with strong demand
• Exposure to complex, multi-party litigation