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Moritt Hock & Hamroff LLP lists this Construction Associate (Garden City Office) opportunity in village of garden city, New York. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Construction Associate (Garden City Office)
We are seeking an Associate with 2-4 years of experience to join our Construction practice. The role focuses on representing owners, developers, general contractors, construction managers, specialty trade and subcontractors, design professionals, and sureties in both transactional and dispute-related matters. The ideal candidate will have experience in construction litigation and disputes; exposure to construction contracts and transactional work is strongly preferred. Candidates with a commercial litigation background and an interest in learning the transactional side of construction law are encouraged to apply.
Responsibilities
Draft, review, and negotiate construction-related agreements, including owner, general contractor, construction manager, subcontractor, and related access or neighboring property agreements
Advise clients on construction-related issues, including contract interpretation, scope of work disputes, delay claims, extra work claims, mechanic’s liens, and bond claims
Support construction litigation and dispute matters, including drafting pleadings, motions, and discovery materials
Participate in written discovery, including document review and responses
Take and defend depositions and assist with hearings, trials, and ADR proceedings
Conduct legal research and prepare memoranda across construction and construction‑adjacent practice matters
Collaborate with partners and attorneys across construction and construction‑adjacent practice areas
Qualifications
Juris Doctor from an accredited law school
License to practice law in good standing in New York
2-4 years of experience in construction litigation, construction law, or commercial litigation with exposure to construction-related matters
Experience with construction contracts and transactional work not required but preferred
Ability to manage multiple matters and work independently while collaborating with partners and attorneys
Strong communication and interpersonal skills; ability to interact directly with clients and counterparties
Experience with labor or employment issues related to construction projects is a plus
In addition to our competitive salary, we offer an excellent benefit package, including medical, HSA, Flexible Spending Plan, 401(k) with an employer match and paid vacation. MHH is an equal opportunity employer.
Qualified candidates should forward their resumes along with compensation requirements to Heather Kwon, Legal Talent Coordinator at .
400 Garden City Plaza, 2nd Floor
Garden City, NY 11530
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