New York Labor Law Attorney

About the role

We're looking for an Associate Attorney to help support our department by researching legal issues and drafting legal documents such as briefs, motions and pleadings, conducting depositions, attending mediation, preparing cases for trial. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in legal research, possess excellent writing skills and be creative enough to find solutions to new problems and be experienced in NYS Labor Law (Construction) MVA, trip/slip and fall, premise and construction matters to handle cases from inception through trial.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school
• Admission to the state bar of New York
• A minimum of 2 years of experience as a defense attorney, specifically within the construction industry
• Knowledge of Labor Law 240 and 241
• Proven experience in construction defense is ideal
• Familiarity with OSHA regulations and standards
• Excellent negotiation and communication skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to build rapport with clients and work effectively within a team
• High degree of professional ethics, integrity, and gravitas

Benefits

• Ability to work 1 day remote to start
• 401(k) matching
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Salary: $180,000 - $230,000 per year