Construction Litigation Attorney

Law Firms; New York (NY); On-site; USD 175,000 - 220,000; Full time

Job summary

Law Firms in New York City/White Plains seeks an experienced construction litigation attorney to manage matters from inception through resolution or trial.

The role requires 3-5+ years of construction litigation, with strong knowledge of New York Labor Law and related compliance. First-chair or second-chair trial experience is highly preferred, with potential involvement in insurance defense as part of a broad practice.

Qualifications

• 3-5+ years of construction litigation experience, with focus on New York Labor Law matters.
• Experience in insurance defense, premises liability, and general liability.
• First-chair and/or second-chair trial experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage construction litigation matters from inception through resolution or trial.
• Handle pleadings, discovery, motion practice, depositions, and court appearances.
• Manage insurance defense, premises liability, general liability, and construction-related litigation.
• Develop litigation strategies and collaborate with partners on complex matters.

Skills

Construction litigation

Trial experience

New York Labor Law knowledge

Pleadings & discovery

Job description

Location: New York City / White Plains, NY

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage construction litigation matters, including New York Labor Law claims, from inception through resolution or trial.
• Handle pleadings, discovery, motion practice, depositions, and court appearances.
• Manage insurance defense, premises liability, general liability, and construction-related litigation.
• Develop litigation strategies and collaborate with partners on complex legal matters.

Qualifications:

• 3 - 5+ years of construction litigation experience, particularly New York Labor Law matters.
• Experience in insurance defense, premises liability, and general liability.
• First-chair and/or second-chair trial experience strongly preferred.
• Knowledge of New York Labor Law §§ 200, 240, and 241 preferred.
• OSHA proceedings and regulatory compliance experience is a plus.

Salary and Other Compensation:

The annual base salary for this position ranges from $175,000–$220,000. Compensation may vary based on experience, skills, qualifications, and other relevant factors.