Professional Liability Attorney - Architects and Engineer Errors & Omissions / Construction Defect - New York
About The Position
Marshall Dennehey, P.C. is seeking an Architects and Engineer Errors & Omissions / Construction Defect Attorney to join its litigation team. The role may be based in the firm’s New York City, Westchester, or Melville, New York office. The attorney will represent design professionals, developers, and contractors in complex construction defect property cases. The practice is team-based and client-focused, with opportunities for client interaction and practice growth. The firm values candidates with trial experience and experience in state and federal courts. The attorney will work with experienced shareholders and associates and receive mentorship, hands-on experience, continuous feedback, and individualized goal-setting. Independent management of cases from inception through trial is not expected immediately; the position is designed to support growth toward full case management. The firm emphasizes analytical thinking, legal writing, research, communication, collaboration, and ongoing professional development. The posted compensation range is $130,000–$155,000, negotiable based on experience and portable business. The firm describes a competitive salary, multiple financial bonus opportunities throughout the year, a comprehensive benefits package, and a firm-funded Marshall Associate Advantage™ Lifestyle Account. The account may cover items such as student loan repayments, gym memberships, dry cleaning, theme park tickets, and home-delivered meal kits. The firm also highlights long-term stability, internal advancement, and a diverse, inclusive, open-door culture.
Requirements
- 2 to 5 years of experience.
- Experience representing design professionals, developers, and contractors in complex construction defect property cases.
- Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage a caseload independently with appropriate support.
- Strong analytical thinking, legal writing, research, and communication skills.
Nice To Haves
- A proven trial track record.
- Experience at the state and federal level.
- Portable business.
Responsibilities
- Represent design professionals, developers, and contractors in complex construction defect property cases.
- Handle a caseload independently with appropriate support.
- Work collaboratively with the A&E/CD practice group on client-focused matters.
- Develop toward full case management through mentorship, hands-on experience, feedback, and individualized goal-setting.
- Interact with clients and contribute to practice growth.
Benefits
- Competitive salary.
- Multiple financial bonus opportunities throughout the year.
- Comprehensive benefits package.
- Firm-funded Marshall Associate Advantage™ Lifestyle Account, which may cover student loan repayments, gym memberships, dry cleaning, theme park tickets, and home-delivered meal kits.
- Long-term stability and a clear future with the firm.
- Mentorship, hands-on experience, continuous feedback, and individualized goal-setting.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
