Construction Law Associate Attorney Job in New York City, NY Near Me - 352526 | BCGSearch.com

Construction Law Associate Attorney

Type Full-Time

Location New York - New York City

Job ID ZOOP352526

Experience Level Midlevel Associate

Job Experience Min. 5 - Max. 8 Years

Ranking 3 : Mostly Business $$$

Estimated Salary Lower than Highest Salary Band in Market (Varies by Firm)

Practice Areas Construction/Developer - Agreements & TransactionsConstruction - GeneralLitigation - Construction - General

2024-10-31 07:15:37

Job Overview

A leading construction law firm seeks an experienced Construction Law Associate Attorney to join its New York City office. This position involves handling complex construction litigation, contract drafting and negotiation, alternative dispute resolution, and risk management counseling. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in construction law and be committed to delivering excellent client service.

Location

  • New York City, NY

Duties

  • Represent clients in construction litigation, managing cases from inception to resolution
  • Draft and negotiate construction contracts, focusing on minimizing client risk
  • Provide risk management counseling to clients, advising on best practices for project planning and execution
  • Engage in alternative dispute resolution processes, including arbitration and mediation
  • Conduct comprehensive legal research and prepare memoranda, briefs, and other legal documents
  • Maintain regular client communication to ensure alignment on case progress and strategy

Requirements

  • 5-8 years of experience in construction law
  • Demonstrated experience in construction litigation, contract drafting, and dispute resolution
  • Strong client service focus with a commitment to excellence

Education

  • Juris Doctor (JD) from an ABA-accredited law school

Certifications

  • Bar Admission in New York or New Jersey

Skills

  • Exceptional research, writing, and oral advocacy abilities
  • Strong negotiation and communication skills
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint) and e-discovery platforms
  • Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic

Benefits

  • Comprehensive Benefits Package: Health, dental, life, and long-term disability insurance
  • Retirement Plan: 401(k) with firm contributions
  • Paid Time Off: Vacation, personal days, and floating holidays
  • Flexible Spending Accounts: Medical and transit FSA options
  • Hybrid Work Option: Flexibility to work remotely part-time

Founded over twenty five years ago, this firm has over fifty attorneys employed with their team. This law firm specializes in areas of law including Assisted Living Facilities, Employment Law, Aviation, Housing, Emerging Technology and more. This firm has near half a dozen offices along the East Coast in New Jersey, Connecticut and New York.

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