NYC Construction Litigation Boutique Opportunity | 1,700 Billables + Real Partnership Potential

LHH is assisting a growing New York City construction litigation boutique in its search for a Construction Litigation Associate to join its expanding practice.

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This is an excellent opportunity for a midlevel litigator who wants to move beyond supporting matters and start developing true first-chair capabilities. The associate will have meaningful responsibility early, including running matters, taking depositions, arguing motions, appearing in court, and working directly with clients.
The PracticeThe firm handles sophisticated construction disputes, including:Mechanic’s liens and lien foreclosuresNew York Article 3-A trust claimsSubcontractor disputesPayment bond and surety claimsSCA and public works mattersDelay and extra-work claimsThe role offers substantial client contact and the opportunity to develop experience managing litigation from strategy through resolution.
The OpportunityWhat makes this opportunity particularly compelling is the broader construction platform. Through affiliated businesses, attorneys gain exposure to project controls, finance, outside general counsel work, and M&A, providing a deeper understanding of how construction companies actually operate.
For an associate who wants to build commercial judgment alongside litigation skills, including someone who may eventually consider an in-house role, this is a particularly valuable platform. xzbcwsv
Additional highlights include:1,700 billable-hour expectationHybrid schedule with three days per week in the NYC officeEarly responsibility for depositions, motions, court appearances, and client relationshipsDirect path toward developing first-chair capabilitiesRealistic path to partnership based on quality of work, matter ownership, and client managementNo book of business required for partnership considerationCompetitive compensation and bonus structure
The 1,700-hour target is also consistent with the type of work-life-balance selling point LHH's legal recruiting materials highlight for associate opportunities.
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