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Senior Associate Attorney – Construction & NY Labor Law Litigation
📍 New York, NY (Hybrid)
🏛️ National Litigation Firm
💰 $165,000 – $195,000 Bonus
Build your future with a nationally recognized litigation powerhouse.
A highly respected national litigation firm with nearly 40 years of success is expanding its New York team and seeking a Senior Associate Attorney experienced in New York Labor Law (Sections 240/241) and construction accident litigation.
If you’re a driven litigator looking for real responsibility, diverse cases, and a clear path for advancement, this role offers the chance to shape strategy, lead case work, and grow within a collaborative, mentorship-focused environment.
What You’ll Do:
- Manage a robust caseload of NY Labor Law and construction litigation matters
- Draft pleadings, motions, and discovery
- Conduct in-depth legal research and analysis
- Take and defend depositions
- Attend hearings, conferences, mediations, and arbitrations
- Communicate directly with clients, carriers, and opposing counsel
- Partner closely with senior attorneys on case strategy
What We’re Looking For:
- JD active New York Bar
- 4 years of experience with NY Labor Law §§240/241 and construction litigation
- Strong civil defense background (motions, discovery, depos, etc.)
- Excellent writing, research, and advocacy skills
- Ability to manage files independently while thriving in a team setting
- Experience in ADR or trial work is a plus
- Additional bar admissions (NJ, PA, etc.) are beneficial
Why This Firm?
- Competitive salary $165,000–$195,000 DOE
- Annual bonus program
- Hybrid and flexible work environment
- Clear, realistic path to long-term career growth
- National platform with strong mentorship and support
- Full benefits package: medical, dental, vision, PTO, 401(k) match, and ongoing professional development
Ready to explore this opportunity confidentially? Let’s connect.
📞 978-678-3966
📧 amelia.greenough@simpsonjudge.com
Salary : $165,000 - $195,000