Personal Injury Attorney (5-10+ years)

Litigation Attorney, Personal Injury (Premises Liability, MVA & Labor Law), New York, NY

This Jobot Job is hosted by: Kevin Shilney
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Salary: $175,000 - $300,000 per year

A bit about us:

Founded over a decade ago and based in New York, NY, we are a premier personal injury law firm built on one simple belief: injured people deserve fierce, dedicated representation. We handle motor vehicle accidents, construction accidents, premises liability, and workers' compensation cases, and we take pride in going the distance for every client we serve. Our culture is team oriented, our standards are high, and the work we do genuinely matters.

Why join us?

• Competitive Compensation: Salary commensurate with experience + generating-based bonus and EOY bonus
• 401(k) with Employer Contribution
• Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision
• Generous PTO and Paid Holidays
• Collaborative Work Environment: Supportive, team oriented culture with real opportunities for professional growth
• High Impact Work: You're not just managing cases, you're fighting for people when they need it most

Job Details

Key Responsibilities

• Handle all phases of litigation from initial pleadings through trial preparation
• Draft pleadings, motions, and discovery responses
• Conduct depositions, appear at court conferences, and argue motions
• Develop case strategy and assess case value
• Negotiate settlements and participate in mediation and arbitration proceedings
• Maintain clear, consistent communication with clients, opposing counsel, and court staff
• Partner with paralegals and support staff to keep cases moving efficiently and on schedule

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school and active admission to the New York State Bar
• Minimum 5 years of litigation experience in personal injury, with a focus on premises liability, motor vehicle accidents, and labor law
• Strong background in deposition practice, motion practice, and courtroom advocacy
• Proven ability to independently manage a high volume caseload with minimal oversight
• Excellent legal research, writing, and oral communication skills
• Client focused mindset with a strong work ethic and attention to detail

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