Litigation Associate – Construction, Labor Law & Insurance Defense

Our client, a nationally recognized insurance litigation practice, is seeking an experienced litigation associate to join its New York office. This role offers the opportunity to manage a sophisticated litigation portfolio involving New York Labor Law, construction accidents, transportation, premises liability, general liability, and commercial disputes.

We are looking for more than a researcher or motion writer. The ideal candidate is a proactive attorney who can independently develop and execute case strategy, manage client relationships, and drive matters from inception through resolution.

The ideal candidate will have:

• 4–8 years of insurance defense and complex civil litigation experience
• Significant experience handling New York Labor Law, construction accident, transportation, premises liability, and general liability matters
• The ability to independently manage a litigation docket with minimal supervision
• Experience taking and defending depositions of parties, fact witnesses, and experts
• Strong motion practice experience, including summary judgment motions and appellate briefing
• Courtroom experience, including substantive appearances, conferences, oral argument, and mediations
• The ability to analyze exposure, identify litigation risks, and develop practical, results-oriented defense strategies
• Excellent judgment, responsiveness, and client-management skills
• Superior legal research, writing, and advocacy abilities
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple deadlines and competing priorities
• An active New York law license in good standing

What sets you apart:

• You are proactive rather than reactive and take ownership of your cases.
• You confidently communicate with clients, carriers, experts, and opposing counsel.
• You understand not only how to litigate, but also how to evaluate exposure, negotiate resolution, and provide strategic advice.
• You can step into a file and quickly become the attorney clients rely upon.

• 4–8 years of insurance defense and complex civil litigation experience
• Significant experience with New York Labor Law, construction accident, transportation, premises liability, and general liability matters
• Ability to independently manage a litigation docket with minimal supervision
• Experience taking and defending depositions of parties, fact witnesses, and experts
• Strong motion practice experience, including summary judgment motions and appellate briefing
• Courtroom experience, including substantive appearances, conferences, oral argument, and mediations
• Excellent legal research, writing, and advocacy skills
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple deadlines
• Active New York law license in good standing
• Proactive, client-focused, and strategic mindset