Senior Construction Litigation Attorney

BCG Attorney Search; New York (NY); On-site; USD 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) retirement savings plan

Medical, dental, vision, disability, &

Generous PTO

Access to corporate discount programs

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search in New York seeks a Senior Construction Litigation Attorney to manage a caseload involving insurance defense, general liability, and construction-related litigation, including New York Labor Law matters. The successful candidate will independently handle matters from inception through resolution or trial and collaborate with partners on case strategy.

Requirements include a JD from an ABA-accredited law school, active New York State Bar membership, and 7+ years of proven

Qualifications

• JD from an ABA-accredited law school.
• Active NY State Bar in good standing.
• 7+ years of Labor Law construction experience.
• Experience in insurance defense, premises liability and general liability.

Responsibilities

• Independently manage a caseload of construction litigation matters through resolution or trial.
• Handle pleadings, discovery, motions, depositions, and court appearances.
• Collaborate on case strategy with partners and team members.
• Provide clients with timely updates, legal analysis, and strategic recommendations.
• Ensure deadlines and firm standards compliance.
• Utilize legal research tools and case management systems effectively.

Skills

Organizational skills

Case management

Education

JD from ABA-accredited law school

Tools

Legal research platforms

Case management software

Job description

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Senior Construction Litigation Attorney in New York, New York. The successful candidate will manage a caseload involving insurance defense, general liability, and construction-related litigation, including New York Labor Law matters.

Duties

• Independently manage a caseload of construction litigation matters, including NY Labor Law claims, from inception through resolution or trial.
• Handle all aspects of litigation, including pleadings, discovery, motion practice, depositions, and court appearances.
• Collaborate with partners and team members on case strategy and complex legal issues.
• Communicate regularly with clients, providing timely updates, legal analysis, and strategic recommendations.
• Ensure compliance with court deadlines, procedural requirements, and firm standards.
• Utilize legal research tools and case management systems effectively.

Requirements

• JD from an ABA-accredited law school.
• Active membership in good standing with the New York State Bar.
• 7+ years of proven Labor Law construction experience.
• Experience with insurance defense, premises liability, and general liability matters.
• Demonstrated experience as first and/or second chair strongly desired.
• Advanced understanding of NY Construction Law (Labor Law §§200, 240, 241), preferred.
• Experience with OSHA proceedings and regulatory compliance is a plus.
• Strong organizational and case management abilities.
• Proficiency with legal research platforms and case management software.

Education

• JD from an ABA-accredited law school.

Certifications

• Active membership in good standing with the New York State Bar.

Skills

• Strong organizational and case management abilities.
• Proficiency with legal research platforms and case management software.

Benefits

• 401(k) retirement savings plan.
• Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
• Generous PTO.
• Access to corporate discount programs and employee benefits.