Construction & General Liability Litigation Associate (NY)

Larson Maddox; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangement

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

Larson Maddox, a leading national law firm, seeks a Construction & General Liability Litigation Associate for its New York office. You will handle a broad range of matters and gain hands-on responsibility with direct client exposure.

The role offers strong mentorship, meaningful responsibility, and opportunities for long-term career development in construction, casualty, transportation, and insurance defense, with a flexible hybrid work arrangement.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school.
• Active NY State Bar admission in good standing.
• 4+ years of litigation experience including mediation/arbitration/trial.
• Experience in insurance defense, premises/general liability, or casualty litigation.
• Strong written and verbal communication; ability to manage a caseload.
• Familiarity with NY Labor Law §§ 200, 240, 241 preferred.
• Experience taking depositions and appearing in court.
• OSHA matters, Corporation Counsel, or DA matters a plus.

Responsibilities

• Independently manage matters involving insurance defense, general liability, transportation, and NY Labor Law construction claims.
• Handle all phases of litigation, including pleadings, discovery, depositions, motion practice, mediations, and court appearances.
• Work closely with partners and senior attorneys on complex litigation strategy and case development.
• Regularly communicate with clients, providing litigation updates, risk assessments, and strategic recommendations.
• Participate in settlement negotiations and alternative dispute resolution proceedings.
• Maintain compliance with court deadlines, reporting requirements, and litigation budgets.
• Collaborate with colleagues across practice groups to deliver exceptional client service.

Skills

Litigation experience

Client communication

Analytical skills

Multitasking

Court appearances

Education

J.D. from an accredited law school

Tools

Legal research platforms

Case management platforms

Job description

Larson Maddox, a leading national law firm, seeks a Construction & General Liability Litigation Associate for its New York office. You will handle a broad range of matters and gain hands-on responsibility with direct client exposure.

The role offers strong mentorship, meaningful responsibility, and opportunities for long-term career development in construction, casualty, transportation, and insurance defense, with a flexible hybrid work arrangement.