Professional Liability Attorney Construction DefectAE Roseland NJ

Marshall Dennehey; Roseland (NJ); On-site; USD 125,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Multiple financial bonus opportunities

Comprehensive benefits package

Marshall Associate Advantage™ Lifestyle Account

Long-term stability and clear future

Job summary

Marshall Dennehey in Roseland, NJ is seeking a Professional Liability Attorney with over 5 years of litigation experience, particularly in construction defect/design professional litigation. The firm emphasizes a collaborative and client-focused environment, offering extensive mentorship and opportunities for professional growth. The salary range for this position is $125,000 - $200,000+ based on experience. Employees benefit from a competitive salary, multiple financial bonuses, and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of litigation experience, preferably in construction defect/design professional litigation.
• Ability to handle a caseload with limited oversight but with mentorship.
• Strong analytical thinking, legal writing, research, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Independently handle a caseload with appropriate mentorship.
• Work closely with experienced shareholders and associates.
• Develop skills through hands-on experience and continuous feedback.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Legal writing

Research

Communication skills

Job description

Looking to build a long-term litigation career where mentoring, meaningful responsibility, and client interaction are the standard—not the exception?

Marshall Dennehey, P.C., a nationally recognized Am Law 200 civil defense law firm with more than 60 years of dedicated service, is seeking a Professional Liability Attorney to join our Roseland office. This opportunity is ideal for an attorney with 5+ years of litigation experience who is eager to grow within a collaborative, client‑focused environment.

The Opportunity

We are seeking candidates who have at least 5 years experience in construction defect/ design professional litigation who can independently handle a caseload with limited oversight but appropriate mentorship. A New York license is a plus, but not required. This position is designed for a construction lawyer who is looking to take their practice to the next level with the help of local subject matter expertise combined with an institutional platform that supports practice and individual growth.

The firm welcomes candidates who thrive in our diverse, inclusive, collaborative, open‑door environment where they appreciate direct access and continued support from our experienced shareholders and dynamic associates.

Salary Range: $125,000 - $200,000+ which is negotiable dependent on experience level and portable business.

The posted salary range for this position is based on several legitimate, non‑discriminatory factors set by the Firm. Marshall Dennehey is committed to ensuring equal pay opportunities for equal work regardless of gender, race, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local pay equity laws.

Your Development Matters

At Marshall Dennehey, we invest in our attorneys. While you are not expected to independently manage cases from inception through trial on day one, you will work closely with experienced shareholders and associates who are committed to mentoring and skill development. Through hands‑on experience, continuous feedback, and individualized goal‑setting, you will gain the confidence and capability to grow into full case management at your own pace.

Strong analytical thinking, legal writing, research, and communication skills are highly valued—and continuously refined—within our litigation groups.

Firm Culture

We pride ourselves on a diverse, inclusive, and open‑door culture where ideas are welcomed, collaboration is encouraged, and attorneys at all levels have direct access to leadership. Our attorneys thrive because they are supported.

A Long‑Term Career

Marshall Dennehey seeks attorneys who are looking for a true “forever home.” We value steady career growth, internal advancement, and attorneys who want to build lasting professional relationships—while helping others succeed along the way.

In return, we offer:

• competitive salary
• Multiple financial bonus opportunities throughout the year
• comprehensive benefits package
• The firm‑funded Marshall Associate Advantage™ Lifestyle Account
• Long‑term stability and a clear future with the firm

Commitment to Diversity

Equal Opportunity Employer (AA/M/F/D/V) and is deeply committed to fostering workplace diversity. Our efforts have been recognized by numerous publications, including the 2022 “Tipping the Scales” Award from the Diversity & Flexibility Alliance.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic.

How to Apply

Qualified candidates are encouraged to submit a resume and cover letter for consideration.

Marshall Dennehey does not accept unsolicited resumes from individual recruiters or third‑party recruiting agencies.