Labor and Employment Litigation Associate / General Liability Litigation Associate / Construction Accident Litigation Associate
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Named in the 2025 edition of U.S. News - Best Lawyers "Best Law Firms" for the 15th consecutive year in both Medical Malpractice Law and Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants, recipient of the 2024 Top Workplaces by the Long Island Press, as well as the Long Island Business News Reader Rankings, Best Law Firm (Overall) 2022, Lewis Johs Avallone Aviles, LLP is seeking candidates to fill multiple associate positions, which include,GENERAL LIABILITY LITIGATION ASSOCIATEWe are seeking highly motivated and detail-oriented Associate Attorneys to join our legal team. We are looking for candidates who are capable of independently handling a full case load. The ideal candidates should have strong analytical skills, excellent written and verbal communication skills, and the ability to work independently. The duties and responsibilities of the position include, but are not limited to -managing a caseload and covering court appearancescollaborate with senior attorneys to develop case strategiesconducting and defending depositionsmeeting and working with clientsmeeting with expertsstrong writing and analytical skillsdrafting and/or reviewing pleadings, motions and discoveryLABOR AND EMPLOYMENT LITIGATION ASSOCIATEThe duties and responsibilities of the Labor and Employment Law Attorney position include, but are notlimited to -experience with handling employment cases, including wrongful termination, discrimination, wage andhour matters, arbitrations and collective bargaining negotiationsresearching and advising on labor and employment related statutes and associated litigationability to create company policies and employee handbooksmanaging a caseload and assisting to cover the calendarconducting and defending depositions of all parties and non-partiesmeeting and working with client facilities and employeesproducing clients for depositionreviewing medical recordsmeeting with expertsstrong writing and analytical skillsdrafting and/or reviewing pleadings, motions and other discovery itemshandling all aspects of litigation and trialCONSTRUCTION ACCIDENT LITIGATION ASSOCIATESuccessful candidate will have experience handling construction accident cases, including scaffolding accidents, safety rule violations/non-compliance, bystander’s rights and wrongful death. Knowledge of New York State Labor Law Section(s) 200, 240 (1) and 241(6) and associated litigation is required. Other duties and responsibilities of the construction accident attorney position include, but are not limited to -managing a caseload and assisting to cover the calendarconducting and defending depositionsproducing clients for depositionanalyzing medical recordsmeeting with expertsattending inspectionsstrong writing and analytical skillsdrafting motions, pleadings, and other discovery itemshandling all aspects of litigation and trialINSURANCE COVERAGE ASSOCIATESuccessful applicant must be capable of independently handling full case load, have excellent verbal, research and writing skills. The duties, responsibilities and qualifications of the Insurance Coverage Attorney include, but are not limited to,reviewing policies and drafting opinions under personal and commercial liability policiespreparing and responding to tendersmanaging a caseloadmeeting and working with clientsdraft pleadings, motions, and other discovery items in declaratory judgment actionshandle all aspects of litigation and trial3+ years representing clients in insurance coverage matters and disputes, including drafting, coverage opinions and litigation.Must be admitted to practice law in New York State federal courts and be familiar with federal court practice.Must have specific experience with NYS labor law claims and construction litigation, and insurance issues arising from such cases under commercial general liability policies.This is an excellent long-term career opportunity for the right individual who is eager to develop independence and responsibility in all aspects of cases and client relations. Qualified candidates must have strong communication and writing skills, solid law school and professional experience, as well as analytical and interpersonal skills.About Lewis Johs Avallone Aviles, LLP -Lewis Johs Avallone Aviles, LLP was established in 1993 and has continually grown to a 60+ attorney, multi practice firm. Our firm seeks candidates who share our passion to provide the highest level of service and to exceed our clients’ expectations.Benefits of a career at LJAA include:Marketing and communications support to participate in panels, publish articles, and gain visibilityCompetitive benefits package is offered which includes: BCBS medical, dental, vision, flexible spending account, health savings account, 401k, paid holidays, paid time off and the option to enroll in additional voluntary ancillary benefits.We are conveniently located at exit 58 off of the Long Island Expressway on the corner of Veterans Memorial Highway and Motor Parkway in the pink glass building.ALL RESUMES WILL BE HELD CONFIDENTIALLY.Salary, commensurate with experience, as well as hybrid/remote opportunity, may be discussed further with potential candidates.