Hybrid NYC Senior Trial Attorney—Gen.Liability/Construction

Refer a friend: Referral fee program

Career Developers Inc., a distinguished staffing and consulting firm, is proud to celebrate 30 years of service excellence. As a GSA Contract holder, we offer comprehensive staffing solutions for both commercial and government sectors nationwide. By selectively partnering with clients who share our values, we ensure productive collaborations that set us apart in the industry. Our dedication to candidates involves managing expectations with precision through business intelligence, thorough interview preparation, transparent communication, and exceptional feedback throughout the process.

We are committed to advancing your career and look forward to supporting your professional growth.

-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

Senior Trial Attorney General Liability/Construction ( Hybrid in NYC) ( Full-Time)
Location: Hybrid in New York City, LI, WP
Salary: $200K - $225K Base Salary

Must Haves:

• JD from an accredited law school
• Admitted to practice in the State of New York
• At least 8 years of defense litigation experience
• Experience with construction (NYS Labor Law 200, 240, 241) matters, insurance defense, premises liability, and/or general liability
• Experience appearing in court for motions, hearings, depositions, and trials
• Demonstrated trial experience with personal injury, general liability, or tort cases preferred

The Position

We seek a highly skilled and motivated trial attorney with at least 8 years of experience to join our high-performing litigation team.
This role offers an exciting opportunity to defend complex cases in premises liability matters involving personal injury and property damage claims and in general liability and labor law matters, with significant opportunities for trial work.
The ideal candidate will have experience managing cases from initial intake through trial.
This position offers a collaborative and dynamic environment that encourages professional growth and the opportunity to gain exposure to various legal matters, including in-court trial experience.

Responsibilities

• Independently manage a caseload involving insurance defense, general liability, auto/transportation liability, construction (NYS Labor Law), and other litigation matters.
• Handle all aspects of insurance defense litigation through trial.
• Regularly conduct/defend depositions, handle court appearances, and motion practice.
• Effectively prepare and examine witnesses, ensuring thorough case preparation and strong representation of clients.
• Work closely with other attorneys, team members, and Partners on legal projects and case strategy.
• Communicate with clients to provide status reports, advice, and counsel regarding case developments.
• Participate in trial strategy discussions and prepare trial exhibits and evidence for litigation.
• Provide high-level client service by actively managing expectations, keeping clients informed, and delivering excellent outcomes.

Qualifications

• JD from an accredited law school
• Admitted to practice in the State of New York
• At least 8 years of defense litigation experience
• Experience with construction (NYS Labor Law 200, 240, 241) matters, insurance defense, premises liability, and/or general liability
• Experience appearing in court for motions, hearings, depositions, and trials
• Demonstrated trial experience with personal injury, general liability, or tort cases preferred
• Superior analytical skills and the ability to think critically and strategically
• Strong written and oral communication skills, with experience drafting complex legal documents
• Ability to manage a caseload independently and responsibly

INDH #J-18808-Ljbffr Jobleads-US