Plaintiff Personal Injury Attorney
Job Description
Firm: NY Personal Injury Firm
Position: Plaintiff Personal Injury Attorney
Location: 111 Broadway, New York, NY
Schedule: Fully onsite - flexibility for hybrid
Interview Process: 2 rounds, preferably in person; Zoom available when needed
Salary: $130K–$200K; highly competitive and flexible for the right candidate
Benefits:
Individual benefits coverage provided
Family coverage available through COBRA or premium options
Additional benefits included
About the Firm:
Mid-sized plaintiff personal injury firm with strong trial practice. The firm handles complex personal injury matters and provides attorneys with hands-on training and mentorship from experienced trial attorneys and partners.
Position Overview:
· The firm is seeking a Plaintiff Personal Injury Attorney with at least one year of relevant experience.
· This is an excellent opportunity for an attorney looking to strengthen their litigation and trial skills while working closely with firm partners.
· The attorney will manage their own files while assisting partners on complex matters and active trials.
Practice Areas:
· Construction and Labor Law
· Workplace and worksite injuries
· Motor vehicle accidents
· Premises liability
· Serious personal injury
· Complex construction-related injury cases
· The firm's construction and labor practice is particularly strong, with auto cases also representing a significant portion of the practice.
· The firm has significant upcoming trial work, making this a strong opportunity for an attorney seeking additional courtroom experience.
· The attorney will work closely with an experienced attorney through November while receiving hands-on guidance from the firm's partners. Attorneys can also receive incentives tied to trials and files assigned as they take on additional responsibility.
Responsibilities:
· Manage plaintiff personal injury cases from inception through resolution
· Conduct discovery, depositions, motion practice, and case preparation
· Prepare matters for trial and assist with active trials
· Work directly with partners and senior attorneys
· Prepare clients and witnesses for depositions and trial
· Analyze liability, damages, medical records, and case strategy
· Participate in negotiations and settlement discussions
· Maintain organized and timely case files
· Take increasing ownership of matters as experience develops
Ideal Candidate
· 1+ year of plaintiff personal injury experience
· Personal injury litigation experience, preferably in construction/labor law, auto, premises liability, or workplace injuries
· Trial experience or meaningful trial-preparation experience preferred
· Strong interest in developing as a litigator
· Able to manage a busy caseload independently
· Strong written and verbal communication skills
· Organized, motivated, and eager to learn from experienced trial attorneys
· Trial & Professional Development
