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Senior Construction/Labor Law Trial Attorney

Wilson Elser - Attorneys
White Plains, NY Full Time
POSTED ON 1/22/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/13/2025

Job Description

Job Description

Wilson Elser is a leading defense litigation law firm with more than 1,250 attorneys in 44 offices throughout the United States. Founded in 1978, we rank among the top 200 law firms identified by The American Lawyer and 43rd in the National Law Journal's survey of the nation's largest law firms. We're also Mansfield Certified Plus and a Women in the Law Forum Gold Standard Law Firm.

Our firm is committed to attracting and retaining professionals who value each other and the service we provide by embracing Teamwork, Collaboration, Client Service, and Innovation. If you are a motivated professional looking for a long-term fit where you can grow in a role, and will be valued and empowered, then we invite you to apply to our Senior Construction / Labor Law Trial Attorney position in our White Plains office.

This position offers a flexible, hybrid working arrangement.

The Position

Responsibilities

  • Independently manage a caseload involving insurance defense, general liability, auto / transportation liability, or construction (NYS Labor Law)
  • Work closely with other attorneys, team members, and Partners on legal projects
  • Regularly handle court appearances and depositions
  • Communicate with clients and provide status reports

Qualifications

  • JD from an accredited law school
  • Admitted to practice in the State of New York
  • 3 years of defense litigation experience
  • Experience with construction (NYS Labor Law 200, 240, 241) matters, insurance defense, premises liability, and / or general liability
  • Experience appearing in court for OSHA hearings is a plus
  • Superior analytical skills
  • Strong written and oral communication skills
  • Ability to manage a caseload independently and responsibly
  • Legal project management experience is helpful
  • A variety of factors are considered in making compensation decisions, including but not limited to experience, education, licensure and / or certifications, geographic location, market demands, other business and organizational needs, and other factors permitted by law. This position is also eligible for discretionary bonuses. Final salary wages offered may be outside of this range based on other reasons and individual circumstances. This position is considered full-time and therefore qualifies for benefits including 401(k) retirement savings plan, medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.

    Pay Range

    155,000—$200,000 USD

    Why Should You Apply?

  • Flexibility : Remote and hybrid work arrangements to support work-life blend
  • Benefits : Outstanding benefits package, including 401k match and generous PTO plan
  • Career Growth : Ample opportunities for professional development and advancement
  • Employee Perks : Access to corporate discount plans and other benefits
  • Wilson Elser welcomes submissions of candidates for our open positions exclusively from recruitment agencies with an active, signed fee agreement who have been granted access to a position through our dedicated Recruitment Agency Portal. We are unable to consider submissions from recruitment agencies without a current (dated as of 7 / 1 / 2024) agreement in place. We appreciate your understanding. For collaboration inquiries or to establish an agreement, please contact us at talentacquisition@wilsonelser.com .

    We believe in creating a work environment free of barriers and bias, where individual outlooks and talents are respected and valued. Our firm's policy is to ensure an equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment based on race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex, disability, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation or any other characteristic protected by the law.

    Salary : $155,000 - $200,000

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