Senior Associate Attorney - NY Labor Law / Construction Accident

Level Five Painting, LLC; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 185,000; Full time

Job summary

Segal McCambridge, a well-respected litigation firm, seeks a Senior Associate Attorney for its New York office specializing in NYS Labor Law and construction claims. Ideal candidates will have at least four years of relevant experience, strong litigation skills, and a proactive approach to case management. This hybrid role offers mentorship, growth opportunities, and a chance to work within a collegial team environment.

Benefits

401(k) with match

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Professional development assistance

Qualifications

• Minimum of 4 years experience handling NYS Labor Law and construction claims.
• Experience in drafting pleadings, written discovery, motions, and other litigation documents.
• Experience in handling mediations/arbitrations/trials is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Handle NYS Labor Law and construction accident litigation matters.
• Work collaboratively within a team and take ownership of case management.
• Engage in civil defense litigation tasks including client communication.

Skills

Legal research

Writing

Advocacy

Presentation skills

Interpersonal skills

Analytical skills

Multitasking

Education

Current active license to practice law in New York

Dual licensure with PA and/or NJ

Job description

Segal McCambridge, a national litigation firm is seeking a Senior Associate Attorney to join our New York office handling NYS Labor Law and Construction accident matters. This is an excellent opportunity for attorneys looking to hone their litigation skills in a collegial environment. The successful candidate will work on a variety of matters, enjoy autonomy, while still being afforded the benefit of working in a team environment and receiving training and mentorship from partners with deep experience in these practice areas. This is a hybrid position, with a flexible mixture of remote and intermittent in-office attendance.

We seek candidates with:

• Current, active license to practice law in New York. Dual licensure with PA and/or NJ or another jurisdiction is value-added;
• Minimum of 4 years experience handling NYS Labor Law 240, 241 matters and other construction related claims.
• Civil defense experience, including all facets of litigation - drafting pleadings, written discovery; motions and other related litigation documents; performing legal research; taking and defending depositions; reporting to clients and/or insurance carriers; and other related litigation tasks;
• Excellent legal research, writing and advocacy skills;
• Ability to multitask and manage deadlines;
• Strong interpersonal and presentation skills;
• Proven ability to analyze complex legal issues and produce top quality work;
• A willingness to be proactive and take ownership of projects and assignments;
• Experience handling mediations/arbitrations/trials desirable.

This position offers exponential opportunities for career advancement within a well-established, but growing organization. Our attorneys work on sophisticated and challenging matters in a collaborative team environment. Associates take ownership of case management (along with a supervising partner) and have the ability to handle all aspects of a file from inception through resolution/trial.

If you are looking to take the next step in your career and join a team that will allow you to continue your legal development while providing ample, hands-on opportunities, please submit your resume.

Salary: $120,000 - $185,000 per year, commensurate with experience. Opportunity for bonus and credit for business origination.

Benefits:

• 401(k) with match
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

About the firm:

Segal McCambridge has built a reputation as a national law firm of accomplished trial attorneys for almost four decades. Founded in 1986, the firm has grown from a four-lawyer shop in Chicago to a national firm with additional offices in Austin, Boston, Detroit, Ft. Lauderdale, Houston, Indianapolis, Los Angeles, Memphis, New York City, Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, Providence, Roseland, San Francisco, St. Louis, Tampa and Wheeling. The firm routinely counsels and defends clients, including Fortune 500 companies, corporations, and individuals in complex litigation matters including, but not limited to: asbestos, class action, construction, employment, environmental, food and beverage, insurance coverage and bad faith, life sciences, product liability, professional liability, technology and cyber risk, transportation, and warranty.