Appellate & Complex Motions Associate Attorney

Job Description

Job Description

We are a New York City plaintiff-side personal injury law firm seeking a highly motivated Appellate & Complex Motions Associate Attorney to join our litigation team. Working directly with a Senior Appellate Attorney, this role will support high-exposure personal injury cases involving catastrophic injuries, substantial damages, and complex liability issues, including construction accidents, New York Labor Law claims, premises liability, and motor vehicle accidents. The position offers direct mentorship and meaningful responsibility in legal research, persuasive writing, appellate advocacy, and complex motion practice.

Responsibilities

• Prepare appellate briefs, substantive motions, and legal memoranda with the Senior Appellate Attorney.
• Research, draft, and oppose complex summary judgment motions, including matters involving New York Labor Law §§ 200, 240(1), and 241(6).
• Assist with appeals before the New York State Appellate Division, particularly the First and Second Departments.
• Analyze complex liability questions, procedural issues, and developing case law.
• Review deposition transcripts, expert reports, medical records, and extensive litigation records to develop persuasive legal arguments.
• Collaborate with trial attorneys on litigation strategy, motion practice, and preservation of appellate issues.
• Assist with motions to renew, motions to reargue, and other significant post-decision applications.
• Stay current on developments in New York personal injury law, civil procedure, and appellate decisions.

Required Qualifications

• 2-4 years of relevant legal experience in appellate practice, substantive motion practice, or complex civil litigation.
• Admission to the New York State Bar in good standing
• JD from an accredited law school
• Exceptional legal writing, research, and analytical skills.
• Strong understanding of New York civil practice and procedure, including the CPLR.
• Demonstrated ability to draft well-reasoned, persuasive legal arguments.
• Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to meet deadlines.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating with senior attorneys and litigation teams.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with New York Labor Law and plaintiff-side personal injury litigation.
• Prior appellate experience, particularly for candidates with substantial motion-writing experience.