Construction Defense Associate Attorney

Job Description

Job Description

Join one of the most recognized litigation defense firms in New York — a firm with a national reputation, Tier 1 rankings, and a client roster spanning Fortune 100 corporations to major international insurers

• Handle complex, substantive construction defense matters from day one — pleadings, discovery, depositions, motions, and real courtroom experience

• Work alongside elite practitioners consistently named among the Best Lawyers in America and New York Super Lawyers, in an environment built for attorney development

• Genuine hybrid flexibility without sacrificing the mentorship and collaboration that come from working alongside seasoned litigators

• Competitive compensation that rewards experience — this firm pays for talent

• Join a construction defense practice that's actively growing, with real room for associates to grow alongside it

• Work across construction, maritime, aviation, products liability, and general liability — a platform that keeps the work intellectually engaging

Note: Candidates must be admitted to the New York State Bar with 3+ years of litigation defense experience, ideally in construction, premises liability, or general liability. Candidates without NY Bar admission or the required litigation experience will not be considered.

About Us

We are a nationally recognized, full-service litigation defense firm headquartered in Lower Manhattan, with a decades-long track record handling complex matters for major insurance underwriters, construction companies, vessel owners, and Fortune 100 corporations. Our attorneys are consistently ranked among the best in the country across maritime, construction, and general liability practice areas, and we've built a culture around rigorous legal work, mentorship, and long-term attorney growth.

Confidential Employer.

Job Description

• Manage all phases of pre-trial litigation in construction defect, construction accident, and premises liability defense matters in New York state and federal courts

• Draft and respond to pleadings, discovery demands, and dispositive motions; argue motions before the court

• Take and defend depositions of parties, witnesses, and experts

• Analyze risk, develop case strategy, and communicate recommendations directly to clients

• Coordinate with expert witnesses and communicate with opposing counsel• Research complex legal issues and produce polished written work product

• Work toward case resolution in a collaborative environment where your judgment is trusted and your contributions matter

Qualifications

• Active New York State Bar admission required

• 3+ years of litigation defense experience; construction, premises liability, or general liability background strongly preferred

• Strong legal research, writing, and oral advocacy skills

• Ability to independently manage a caseload with a high level of responsibility

• 1,900-hour annual billing minimum

• Trial experience a plus — the firm actively supports associate trial participation

• Additional bar admissions a plus