Litigation Associate - Construction Labor Law amp Insurance Defense

BCG Attorney Search; New York (NY); On-site; USD 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation package

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search in New York seeks an experienced litigation associate to join the team and manage a sophisticated portfolio. You will independently develop case strategies, handle depositions, and drive matters from inception through resolution.

The ideal candidate has 4–8 years of insurance defense and complex civil litigation experience, with active New York license in good standing and a JD degree. Competitive compensation is offered.

Qualifications

• Superior legal research, writing, and advocacy abilities.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines.
• Excellent judgment and responsiveness.

Responsibilities

• Manage a litigation docket with minimal supervision.
• Take and defend depositions of parties, fact witnesses, and experts.
• Engage in strong motion practice, including summary judgment motions and appellate briefing.
• Make substantive courtroom appearances, including conferences, oral arguments, and mediations.
• Analyze exposure, identify litigation risks, and develop defense strategies.
• Maintain excellent client-management skills.

Skills

Legal research

Legal writing

Advocacy

Organizational skills

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) degree

Job description

Job Overview

A law firm seeks an experienced litigation associate to join its team in New York. This role involves managing a sophisticated litigation portfolio, including New York Labor Law, construction accident, transportation, premises liability, general liability, and commercial disputes. The successful candidate will independently develop case strategies, manage client relationships, and drive matters from inception through resolution.

Duties

• Manage a litigation docket with minimal supervision.


• Take and defend depositions of parties, fact witnesses, and experts.


• Engage in strong motion practice, including summary judgment motions and appellate briefing.


• Make substantive courtroom appearances, including conferences, oral arguments, and mediations.


• Analyze exposure, identify litigation risks, and develop defense strategies.


• Maintain excellent client-management skills.

Requirements

4-8 years of insurance defense and complex civil litigation experience. Significant experience with New York Labor Law and related matters. Active New York law license in good standing.

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) degree.

Certifications

Licensed to practice law in New York.

Skills

Superior legal research, writing, and advocacy abilities. Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines. Excellent judgment and responsiveness.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package.