Our client, a distinguished full-service law firm with over 150 years of legal excellence, is seeking a skilled Insurance Defense Attorney to join its Construction Labor Litigation Practice Group. Known for its strong focus on construction litigation and insurance defense, the firm represents a diverse client base, including insurers, contractors, and construction professionals.
This is a growth opportunity with a clear path to partnership for motivated attorneys. The firm is open to both experienced construction litigators and strong litigators interested in transitioning into this highly specialized and in-demand field.
Represent clients in insurance defense matters, particularly involving construction accidents, labor disputes, and contract issues.
Handle litigation from case inception through resolution, including pleadings, discovery, motions, mediation, and trial.
Advise clients on construction-related risk management, labor law compliance, and indemnity issues.
Draft and review litigation documents including motions, discovery responses, and settlement agreements.
Collaborate with insurance carriers, risk managers, expert witnesses, and co-counsel to develop strategic defenses.
Manage a litigation caseload efficiently and in accordance with court deadlines and client expectations.
Keep abreast of legal developments in construction law, OSHA, and insurance defense.
Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
Minimum 3 years of litigation experience; prior work in insurance defense or construction law preferred.
Solid understanding of construction-related legal issues, including Labor Law § 240/241, OSHA, and indemnification clauses.
Strong research, drafting, and oral advocacy skills.
Proven ability to independently manage complex litigation.
Solid benefits including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), and generous PTO.
Clear advancement path to partnership for high performers.
