Our established, fast-paced personal injury law firm represents injured plaintiffs in a bilingual (Spanish/English) practice serving the diverse communities of New York City and the surrounding region. We focus primarily on labor law, motor vehicle, and premises liability cases, and we are committed to delivering aggressive, compassionate advocacy for our clients.
Position
We are seeking a dedicated Plaintiff's Personal Injury Associate Attorney to join our growing team. The ideal candidate is a motivated litigator who thrives in a high-volume environment and is passionate about fighting for injured clients.
Responsibilities
- Manage a caseload of plaintiff's personal injury matters from intake through resolution, including labor law (Labor Law §§ 200, 240, 241), motor vehicle, and premises liability cases
- Draft pleadings, motions, discovery demands, and responses
- Conduct depositions, court appearances, conferences, and oral argument
- Communicate directly with clients, many of whom are Spanish-speaking, to keep them informed and engaged throughout their cases
- Develop case strategy, evaluate liability and damages, and negotiate settlements
- Handle matters across New York City, Long Island, Westchester, Upstate New York, and Connecticut
Qualifications
- Admitted to practice in New York (Connecticut admission a plus)
- Prior plaintiff's personal injury experience preferred
- Bilingual fluency in Spanish and English preferred
- Strong research, writing, and oral advocacy skills
- Ability to manage a busy caseload independently while collaborating with the team
- Excellent organizational and client-relations skills
Schedule
Full-time, Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Benefits
- Major medical insurance
- 401(k)
- Competitive salary commensurate with experience
To Apply: Submit your resume and a brief cover letter describing your relevant experience and Spanish-language proficiency.
Proner & Proner was founded by A. Stanley Proner in 1958, soon after he returned from military service in Korea. He wanted to help people who had suffered tragic, unexpected accidents. From the beginning, Proner & Proner had a philosophy of putting its clients’ needs first. Stanley Proner believed that if the firm was focused on its clients, success would follow.
Over 50 years after the firm was founded, Proner & Proner still stands for strong, compassionate representation for accident victims. Today,
Managing Partner Mitchell Proner, Stanley Proner’s son, carries on the firm’s traditions of fearless advocacy, client service & philanthropy.