Personal Injury Attorney

A bit about us:

Our client is a well-established personal injury law firm serving accident victims and injured workers throughout Long Island and Queens. With more than a century of combined attorney experience, the firm has built a reputation for securing significant verdicts and settlements in car accident, medical malpractice, and employment law matters. The team is known locally for a hands-on, client-first approach attorneys stay directly involved in cases from intake through resolution, rather than handing clients off to support staff. The firm operates on a contingency basis, meaning it only gets paid when its clients do, which keeps the focus squarely on outcomes

Why join us?

This is an opportunity to practice at a firm where trial-tested partners are still actively working cases alongside associates, not just supervising from a distance. Attorneys here get real client contact and case ownership early, rather than being buried in a back office. The firm is selective about the caseload it takes on, which means attorneys can give each matter genuine attention instead of managing an unsustainable docket. It's a firm that has invested in its community presence and reputation over decades, giving new attorneys a strong platform and name recognition to work from. For an attorney who wants meaningful courtroom and negotiation experience without getting lost in a large, impersonal practice, this is a strong next step.

Job Details

J.D. from an accredited law school and active license to practice law in New York
2+ years of experience in personal injury litigation (medical malpractice or employment law experience a plus)
Demonstrated experience managing a caseload from intake through settlement or trial
Strong negotiation skills, particularly in dealing with insurance carriers and adjusters
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain complex legal matters clearly to clients
Comfortable with a client-facing role, including regular direct contact throughout the life of a case
Familiarity with New York personal injury procedure and court systems
Spanish language proficiency is a plus given the client base served
Willingness to travel locally to meet clients who are unable to come to the office

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