Personal Injury Intake & Pre-Litigation Associate Attorney

Job Description

Job Description

Personal Injury Intake & Pre-Litigation Associate Attorney

LEAV & STEINBERG, LLP | New York, NY

Salary: $140,000–$160,000 + Performance-Based Bonus Structure

About Leav & Steinberg, LLP

Founded in 1999, Leav & Steinberg, LLP is an established New York City plaintiff's personal injury law firm with a reputation for exceptional client service, aggressive advocacy, and outstanding results.

With offices in Downtown Manhattan and the Bronx, our firm represents individuals and families in complex personal injury matters, including motor vehicle accidents, premises liability, construction accidents, medical malpractice, transportation accidents, municipal negligence, and wrongful death.

Our attorneys have obtained millions of dollars in verdicts and settlements for injured New Yorkers. We pride ourselves on our hands-on approach, thorough case preparation, and commitment to achieving the best possible results for our clients.

We are seeking an experienced, motivated, and ambitious Intake & Pre-Litigation Associate Attorney to join our team and take an active role in the evaluation, development, and early resolution of personal injury cases.

Position Overview

This position is ideal for an attorney who enjoys evaluating cases, developing litigation strategies, investigating liability, and negotiating settlements.

The Intake Associate will manage a caseload of newly retained personal injury matters, working closely with the firm's Managing Attorney and Partners to ensure that each case is thoroughly investigated, properly developed, and strategically positioned for settlement or litigation.

We are looking for a self-starter who can work independently, exercise sound legal judgment, manage support staff, and take ownership of cases from initial retention through resolution or transfer to the litigation department.

Responsibilities

• Manage personal injury cases from initial retention through the pre-litigation stage, including opportunities for early settlement.
• Conduct comprehensive case evaluations, analyzing liability, damages, causation, insurance coverage, and potential defenses.
• Identify all potentially responsible parties and develop appropriate legal theories of liability.
• Direct investigations, including accident scene inspections, witness interviews, surveillance preservation, property ownership searches, and insurance investigations.
• Review medical records, diagnostic studies, and treatment histories to evaluate injuries and damages.
• Identify and address potential issues involving prior accidents, preexisting conditions, gaps in treatment, and insurance coverage.
• Research applicable statutes, case law, and legal issues to develop effective case strategies.
• Negotiate settlements with insurance carriers and defense counsel.
• Draft and review legal correspondence, settlement demands, preservation letters, and other case-related documents.
• Ensure compliance with applicable statutes of limitations, Notice of Claim requirements, and other critical deadlines.
• Maintain regular communication with clients and provide exceptional client service throughout the pre-litigation process.
• Supervise and collaborate with paralegals, investigators, and support staff to ensure cases are developed efficiently and thoroughly.
• Maintain accurate and comprehensive case records within the firm's case management system.
• Work directly with the Managing Attorney and Partners to evaluate settlement opportunities and determine when litigation is appropriate.
• Ensure a seamless transition of cases to the litigation department when necessary.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.
• Active admission to the New York State Bar and good standing.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in plaintiff's personal injury litigation or pre-litigation practice.
• Strong understanding of New York personal injury law, including motor vehicle negligence, premises liability, insurance coverage, and applicable procedural requirements.
• Demonstrated ability to independently evaluate liability, damages, and case value.
• Experience negotiating personal injury settlements with insurance companies and defense counsel.
• Excellent legal research, analytical, writing, and communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage a substantial caseload and competing deadlines.
• Ability to work independently, exercise sound judgment, and take initiative.
• Strong interpersonal skills and a commitment to exceptional client service.
• Experience managing paralegals or legal support staff preferred.
• Proficiency with legal case management systems and Microsoft Office; CloudLex experience is a plus.

Compensation & Opportunities

Base Salary: $140,000–$160,000 , commensurate with experience.

Performance-Based Bonus Structure: Additional compensation opportunities based on successful case resolutions, individual performance, and contributions to the firm's success.

This position offers significant professional growth, direct access to experienced trial attorneys, and the opportunity to take ownership of a meaningful caseload within an established and successful plaintiff's personal injury firm.

We are looking for more than an attorney who can manage cases. We want someone who can recognize opportunities, anticipate challenges, develop strong cases, and deliver results.

Leav & Steinberg, LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Leav & Steinberg, LLP is a skilled and experienced law firm that focuses on representing seriously injured individuals. We handle all types of accident cases, including construction accidents, automobile accidents, as well as municipal liability and medical malpractice. The firm was founded 25 years ago by Edward Steinberg and Daniel Leav. The firm has grown to include ten New York City accident attorneys and a twenty person support staff. From the outset the firm has focused on providing premier legal representation and excellent customer service.

When the firm was started many other firms were representing their clients using outdated methods. Leav & Steinberg was one of the first firms to incorporate new trial techniques utilizing technology, computer graphics, and advanced case-management programs. The firm quickly established itself as a cutting-edge trial firm. Regardless, Leav & Steinberg’s principal goals of working closely with our clients and achieving recoveries for them have remained the same. We offer free initial consultations with a New York City accident lawyer who is experienced in your type of case. We are selective in the cases that we handle. Although we prepare every case as if it will be tried before a jury, we frequently obtain full value on the case earlier. Our staff speaks English, Spanish, Albanian, Polish and Portuguese. We are able to assist individuals who speak other languages as well.

Company Description

Leav & Steinberg, LLP is a skilled and experienced law firm that focuses on representing seriously injured individuals. We handle all types of accident cases, including construction accidents, automobile accidents, as well as municipal liability and medical malpractice. The firm was founded 25 years ago by Edward Steinberg and Daniel Leav. The firm has grown to include ten New York City accident attorneys and a twenty person support staff. From the outset the firm has focused on providing premier legal representation and excellent customer service.\r\rWhen the firm was started many other firms were representing their clients using outdated methods. Leav & Steinberg was one of the first firms to incorporate new trial techniques utilizing technology, computer graphics, and advanced case-management programs. The firm quickly established itself as a cutting-edge trial firm. Regardless, Leav & Steinberg’s principal goals of working closely with our clients and achieving recoveries for them have remained the same. We offer free initial consultations with a New York City accident lawyer who is experienced in your type of case. We are selective in the cases that we handle. Although we prepare every case as if it will be tried before a jury, we frequently obtain full value on the case earlier. Our staff speaks English, Spanish, Albanian, Polish and Portuguese. We are able to assist individuals who speak other languages as well.