Plaintiff Personal Injury Attorney

Job Description

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:

· Labor Law

· 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:

· Plaintiff personal injury experience – Labor only

· 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