Personal Injury Attorney

Overview

Our client is a personal injury law firm that represents clients who have been injured in accidents such as car crashes, slip-and-falls, workplace incidents, and other negligence-related cases. The firm offers free consultations and works to secure compensation for victims across New York City and surrounding counties by handling the legal process on their behalf.

Salary: $140,000 – $180,000, commensurate with experience

A well-established personal injury firm is seeking an experienced Personal Injury Litigation Attorney to manage complex, high-value cases from inception through trial. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment, is confident in the courtroom, and is committed to delivering exceptional advocacy for clients in both State and Federal Courts.

• Serve as first-chair on complex personal injury cases in State and Federal Courts
• Manage full litigation lifecycle: case intake, investigation, pleadings, discovery, motion practice, trial, and post-trial matters
• Prepare for and litigate trials, hearings, arbitrations, mediations, and summary jury trials
• Conduct and defend depositions; manage written discovery
• Draft and argue motions, Orders to Show Cause (OTSC), and petitions
• Develop, execute, and adjust trial strategies to achieve optimal outcomes
• Review and analyze medical records, expert reports, and other case-related documentation
• Facilitate and promote settlement negotiations when appropriate
• Interview and evaluate prospective clients
• Maintain consistent, professional communication with clients regarding case status and strategy
• Manage a daily caseload while meeting deadlines and maintaining high-quality work product

• Minimum 3+ years of first-chair personal injury litigation experience
• Strong knowledge of State Supreme and Federal Court rules and procedures
• Demonstrated experience handling complex litigation matters
• Excellent legal writing, analytical, and oral advocacy skills
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills; effective with clients, colleagues, and opposing counsel
• Ability to manage multiple cases in a fast-paced environment
• Proven sound judgment and ability to work independently while collaborating with a team