James J. Corbett, Esq
With over 30 years of experience, James J. Corbett is a highly respected attorney representing clients in construction law matters throughout New York City and Long Island, including Nassau, Suffolk, Brooklyn, Bronx, Queens, and Manhattan. His deep-rooted knowledge of construction contracts, disputes, risk management, and litigation, including construction site personal injury lawsuits, makes him a trusted advocate for owners, developers, general contractors, subcontractors, property owners, and injured workers navigating the complex legal landscape of the construction industry.
Mr. Corbett’s legal practice is built upon his unique dual expertise—combining hands-on experience in the construction and real estate development industries with an accomplished career as a litigator in a major New York City law firm. His well-rounded background allows him to provide strategic legal guidance tailored to the realities of construction projects, business operations, and dispute resolution.
Industry Experience That Sets Him Apart
Beyond his legal practice, James J. Corbett has held key executive and legal positions in the construction sector, giving him insider knowledge of the industry’s business, financial, and regulatory complexities.
Vice President & General Counsel – Telecommunications Infrastructure & Construction Project Management
Mr. Corbett served as Vice President and General Counsel for a telecommunications infrastructure construction and project management company. His experience in this role provides him with a unique perspective on contract negotiations, compliance, and dispute resolution in the rapidly evolving telecommunications and construction sectors.
General Counsel – Commercial & Residential General Contractor
As General Counsel for a commercial and residential general contracting firm, Mr. Corbett advised on contract drafting and enforcement, construction disputes, real estate development issues, and litigation matters. He understands the legal challenges contractors face daily—from payment disputes to liability claims—and leverages this knowledge to protect his clients’ interests.
Attorney at a Prominent New York City Law Firm
Mr. Corbett previously worked at a major New York City law firm, where he focused on construction site accident litigation and high-value construction disputes. His experience litigating New York Labor Law cases (Sections 200, 240(1), and 241(6)) provides him with deep expertise in worksite safety laws, liability claims, and insurance disputes.
