New York Labor Law/Construction Law Litigation Associate Attorney

4-20 yrs required

Full-time

No

Job Overview:

A law firm in New York City is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Labor Law/Construction Law Litigation Associate Attorney to join their team. The successful candidate will handle a diverse caseload involving substantial litigation defense across various practice areas, including construction defect, New York labor law, and potentially professional executive and D&O matters. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in defense litigation, excellent research and analytical skills, and the ability to work independently and collaboratively.

Duties:

• Draft, prepare, and handle pleadings, motions, orders, and legal memoranda.
• Draft and respond to written discovery and dispositive motions.
• Conduct legal research competently and with proficiency.
• Prepare and take depositions of parties and experts.
• Review client documents, draft case evaluations, and provide status report correspondence.
• Review, assess, and handle matters from inception to trial.
• Assist with and participate in mediations and court appearances.
• Interact directly with clients, claim professionals, opposing counsel, colleagues, and staff.

Requirements:

• 5 years of defense litigation experience.
• Must be licensed to practice in New York courts; additional state admissions, including New Jersey, preferred.
• Experience in handling defense litigation matters involving construction defense litigation and New York labor law.
• Proactive and able to work independently as well as part of a team.
• Strong legal research and analytical skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail with superb organization and prioritization skills.
• Ability to handle multiple cases simultaneously.
• Knowledge of both state and federal court procedures.
• Proficiency with MS Office, including Excel, Outlook, and Internet navigation.

Education and Certifications:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.

Skills:

• Proficient in legal research and case analysis.
• Strong written and verbal communication.
• Excellent organization and prioritization.
• MS Office proficiency (Excel, Outlook).
• Familiarity with both state and federal court procedures.

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