Senior Attorney (Litigation) - Construction & Contracts

Illinois Defense Counsel; New York (NY); Vor Ort; USD 91.000 - 155.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Medical insurance

Dental & vision

Retirement plan

Transit benefits

Paid time off

Zusammenfassung

The New York City School Construction Authority is seeking a Senior Attorney (Litigation) to lead construction-related litigation strategies, oversee liens, and draft/negotiate contracts and MOUs. The role reports to the General Counsel and requires broad experience in contracts, litigation, and real estate matters.

Ideal candidates will have a JD, NYS Bar, and at least six years of relevant practice, including four years in construction or related fields, with strong leadership and

Qualifikationen

• Juris Doctor degree from ABA-accredited law school.
• Admission to the New York State Bar in good standing.
• Minimum of six (6) years legal experience, with at least four (4) years in construction, contracts, or litigation.

Aufgaben

• Represent the Authority at mediations involving contracts and disputes.
• Oversee construction litigation and lien foreclosure actions.
• Negotiate and draft license agreements, contracts, and MOUs.
• Conduct legal research and draft memoranda on complex issues with minimal direction.
• Provide general legal support and report status to senior management.
• Review and improve policies and procedures within divisions to enhance compliance.
• Advise on contract closeout procedures and project closeouts.
• Develop real estate knowledge and understand local statutory processes.

Kenntnisse

Leadership

Legal research

Negotiation

Drafting contracts

Communication

Ausbildung

Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree

Tools

Westlaw/Legal research databases

Jobbeschreibung

The New York City School Construction Authority is seeking a Senior Attorney (Litigation) to lead construction-related litigation strategies, oversee liens, and draft/negotiate contracts and MOUs. The role reports to the General Counsel and requires broad experience in contracts, litigation, and real estate matters.

Ideal candidates will have a JD, NYS Bar, and at least six years of relevant practice, including four years in construction or related fields, with strong leadership and