Construction Law & Litigation Associate - Midtown, NY (Hybrid Fridays)

Australia-Employment; New York (NY); On-site; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote Fridays after six months

Job summary

Jobot in New York, NY, is seeking an Associate Attorney (Construction Law & Litigation) with 5+ years of litigation experience to join a Midtown Manhattan team. The role focuses on construction disputes and transactional matters, offering a hands-on practice and meaningful client opportunities.

The position is initially onsite, with potential for remote Fridays after about six months based on performance. NY bar admission is required; NJ admission is a plus.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
• 5+ years of attorney experience with substantial litigation experience.
• Active New York Bar admission in good standing is required.
• Experience with construction law and/or construction-related litigation strongly preferred.
• Experience with RPAPL § 881 proceedings is highly desirable.
• Experience drafting and negotiating transactional and construction-related contracts.

Responsibilities

• Directly handle and maintain primary responsibility for multiple litigation matters from inception through resolution.
• Manage all phases of litigation, including case analysis, pleadings, discovery, depositions, motion practice, hearings, court appearances, mediations, arbitrations, and trials.
• Handle matters involving construction law, 881 proceedings, construction disputes, and related litigation.
• Draft, review, negotiate, and advise on construction-related agreements, transactional contracts, leases, and other legal documents.
• Conduct comprehensive legal research and prepare high-quality written work product, including motions, briefs, memoranda, pleadings, and correspondence.
• Provide legal counsel and strategic guidance to clients within the construction industry.
• Develop case strategies and independently manage deadlines, discovery obligations, and client expectations.
• Represent clients in negotiations, mediations, arbitrations, and other dispute-resolution proceedings.
• Collaborate with partners, associates, and legal support staff on complex litigation and transactional matters.
• Maintain strong client relationships through responsive communication and practical legal guidance.
• Stay current on developments in New York construction law, litigation, and related regulatory matters.
• Mentor and provide guidance to junior attorneys and legal support staff as appropriate.
• Consistently meet the firm's professional, performance, and billable-hour expectations.

Job description

Jobot in New York, NY, is seeking an Associate Attorney (Construction Law & Litigation) with 5+ years of litigation experience to join a Midtown Manhattan team. The role focuses on construction disputes and transactional matters, offering a hands-on practice and meaningful client opportunities.

The position is initially onsite, with potential for remote Fridays after about six months based on performance. NY bar admission is required; NJ admission is a plus.