Personal Injury Defense Attorney

Practice Area: Personal Injury Defense/ Medical Malpractice Defense /Construction Liability / Construction Defect Work Arrangement: Hybrid About the Firm: A highly regarded New York litigation firm is seeking a Personal Injury Defense Attorney to join its established litigation practice. This is an excellent opportunity for an attorney who wants meaningful courtroom exposure, hands-on litigation experience, and the opportunity to develop into a strong trial lawyer. The practice is primarily focused on Medical Malpractice Defense (approximately 80%) and Construction Liability (approximately 20%) , with opportunities to handle a broad range of personal injury defense matters. The firm has a long-standing reputation for excellence in defense litigation and has been recognized as a Tier 1 Medical Malpractice Law Firm by U.S. News since 2017 . Key Responsibilities: Defend personal injury and professional liability matters from inception through resolution Handle a significant volume of medical malpractice defense matters Work on construction liability and construction defect cases Conduct and defend depositions Participate in court appearances, hearings, motions, and trial preparation Develop litigation strategies and work directly with clients, experts, and opposing counsel Gain substantial hands-on courtroom and trial experience. Qualifications: J.D. from an accredited law school. 1+ years of legal experience ; candidates coming directly out of law school may be considered. Personal injury experience preferred. Experience with medical malpractice, construction liability, or civil defense litigation is a plus. Strong courtroom, writing, analytical, and communication skills. Salary and Other Compensation: The annual salary for this position is between $150,000–$220,000 . Factors which may affect pay within this range may include geography/market, skills, education, experience, and other qualifications of the successful candidate. Medical Insurance – 100% employer-paid coverage for employees and family. 3 weeks of PTO to start, with flexibility based on meeting billable requirements. Long-term, stable work environment with significant attorney autonomy Interview Process: 1st Zoom Interview 2nd In-Person Interview #J-18808-Ljbffr Law firm