Attorney - Construction Litigation - Hybrid - $275k

Construction Litigation Of Counsel | Newark, NJ (Hybrid) – Up to $280k

Location/Schedule: Newark, NJ (Hybrid)

Base Salary: Up to $280k (plus substantial performance bonuses)

Practice: Construction Litigation – Complex construction disputes, delay claims, change orders, defects, surety matters, and related energy/project litigation for owners, contractors, developers, and insurers.

What stands out about this opportunity:

• Highly Ranked Regional Powerhouse – Consistently recognized on Best Law Firms® lists nationally and regionally, with the firm’s litigation department (including construction) earning strong Benchmark Litigation rankings and “New Jersey Firm of the Year” honors for 10 consecutive years.
• Intelligent Lean Staffing Model – Associates and Of Counsel receive significant responsibility and hands-on involvement in major matters in a collaborative, cohesive team environment.
• Sophisticated National & International Workload – Handle high-quality, busy construction litigation driven by major cases and international client development, including matters originating from China.
• Reduced Billable Target with Strong Bonus Structure – 1,900-hour target (recently lowered) with bonuses starting at $10,000 and scaling significantly higher (up to $80,000+) for strong performers.
• Accelerated Growth & Rewards – Join a firm with a clear route to greater leadership and substantial compensation up to $280k for experienced Of Counsel, in a supportive environment that values quality work and long-term career success.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage complex construction litigation involving delay claims, change orders, defects, and contract disputes.
• Handle discovery, depositions, motion practice, mediation, arbitration, and trial preparation.
• Advise clients on surety, mechanics liens, and project-related insurance and risk issues.
• Work on high-stakes matters for owners, contractors, developers, and insurers in state and federal courts.

Core Requirements (Flexibility for Exceptional Candidates):

• JD and active NJ bar (NY a plus).
• 7+ years of construction litigation or related complex commercial litigation experience.
• Strong trial, deposition, and client-facing skills (Of Counsel with portable business highly encouraged).

No one fits every box perfectly - if you’re a strong construction litigator seeking meaningful work and real growth, let’s talk confidentially.

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