Senior Trial Attorney

We are seeking an experienced Senior Trial Attorney to lead and oversee a high-volume personal injury practice based in Uniondale, NY. This is a leadership role ideal for a seasoned attorney who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys mentoring teams, and is comfortable owning both legal strategy and operational execution. Key Responsibilities Lead and manage a team of attorneys, paralegals, and support staff within a personal injury practice Oversee case strategy from intake through resolution, ensuring high-quality legal work and client outcomes Handle a reduced caseload of complex or high-value matters Drive litigation strategy, including pleadings, discovery, depositions, motion practice, and trial preparation Ensure compliance with New York legal standards, deadlines, and firm protocols Mentor and develop junior attorneys and legal staff Collaborate with leadership on process improvements, case management workflows, and performance metrics Maintain strong client relationships and ensure exceptional client service Qualifications J.D. from an accredited law school Active New York Bar admission (required) 7+ years of personal injury litigation experience Prior team leadership or management experience strongly preferred Proven ability to manage a high-volume caseload while maintaining quality Strong courtroom presence and litigation skills Experience with case management systems and legal technology Excellent communication, organizational, and leadership abilities Compensation & Benefits Competitive base salary + performance-based bonus structure Comprehensive benefits package (health, dental, vision) Paid time off and holidays Growth opportunity into senior leadership Why This Role This is an opportunity to step into a true leadership role, shape a growing legal team, and have a direct impact on case outcomes and firm operations. Required Location Uniondale, NY (or ability to work onsite as required) Must be licensed and actively practicing in New York Required Industry/Domain Personal Injury (Plaintiff-side litigation) New York civil litigation / trial law High-volume PI practice environment Must-Have Experience Active New York Bar admission (required) 7+ years personal injury litigation experience Hands-on experience handling litigation from intake through trial (pleadings, discovery, depositions, motions, trial prep) Proven ability to manage a high-volume caseload Prior experience overseeing or leading legal staff (attorneys, paralegals, support teams) Strong Preferences Prior formal leadership or management experience in a law firm setting Strong courtroom/trial experience and presence Experience improving legal workflows, processes, or team performance metrics Experience with legal case management systems and legal tech tools Track record of mentoring junior attorneys or building legal teams Deal Breakers No New York Bar admission No personal injury litigation experience No experience handling litigation matters independently (from intake to resolution) No leadership or supervisory exposure in a legal environment Primarily transactional or non-litigation legal background Score Cap Rules Not admitted to New York Bar: Maximum score 60 No personal injury litigation experience: Maximum score 70 No trial experience or courtroom exposure: Maximum score 70 No leadership/management experience: Maximum score 75 No high-volume caseload management experience: Maximum score 75 No experience mentoring attorneys or legal staff: Maximum score 80 No end-to-end litigation ownership (intake → trial/settlement): Maximum score 75 Limited familiarity with legal tech/case management systems: Maximum score 85 #J-18808-Ljbffr Recruits Lab