Construction and Design Professionals Litigation Attorney

MG+M The Law Firm (MG+M) has an immediate opening for an Associate Attorney with the Design Professionals Practice Group in our New York or New Jersey offices.

MG+M is a nationally renowned litigation law firm concentrating on complex civil matters, risk management, and trials. The firm’s expertise is diverse but focused in the areas of toxic tort, complex product liability, construction and design professionals, general liability, and commercial litigation. We approach litigation as a unified team, integrating our efforts with those of our clients to advance their interests wherever they do business. Our goal is always to deliver optimal results at the best possible value.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assist partners with an active litigation caseload, from inception to trial.
• Interface with clients and insurance professionals.
• Assist with preparing witnesses for deposition and trial.
• Retain and work with expert witnesses.
• Prepare and respond to discovery responses and pleadings.
• Research legal issues and prepare memoranda.
• Draft motions and oppositions and argue same at hearings.
• Assist with negotiating settlements and at mediation.
• Assist with evaluating liability and damages issues and prepare exposure evaluations.
• Trial preparation and support.
• Maintain accurate and timely time records.

Candidate Requirements:

• 3+ years of experience representing clients in design professional and/or construction litigation.
• Juris Doctor from an accredited law school.
• Must be admitted to practice in New York.
• Experience with written discovery and motion practice.
• Capable of independent work.
• Work in an organized and efficient manner.
• Superior research and writing skills.
• Ability to multi-task.
• Ability to analyze complex matters.

Why Should You Apply?

Our associates work closely with our senior lawyers and clients on challenging work in an entrepreneurial and collegial environment. We offer a hybrid work environment, competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and 401(k).

MG+M will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicant’s age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, and veteran or disability status. We are committed to cultivating an environment that embraces and promotes equity and inclusion fundamental values.