Workers' Compensation Associate Attorney

Orion Placement
  • New York, New York
    30+ days ago

    Job Description

    Pay: $200,000.00 - $220,000.00 per year

    Why This Is a Great Opportunity

    • Join a respected, plaintiff-focused law firm where your work directly impacts injured workers and their families.
    • Handle meaningful cases from intake through resolution with significant autonomy and responsibility.
    • Be part of a growing team that values collaboration, mentorship, and exceptional client advocacy.
    • Work alongside experienced legal professionals committed to achieving outstanding client outcomes.
    • Competitive bonus opportunities, comprehensive benefits, and long-term career growth.

    Location: On-site in either Bronx, NY or Rockville Centre, NY. Choose the office location that best fits your commute while working with a collaborative and supportive legal team.

    Note: Applicants must be admitted to the New York Bar, have 3+ years of New York Workers' Compensation experience, and be fluent in both Spanish and English.

    About Us

    We are a growing plaintiff-side litigation firm dedicated to helping injured individuals secure the compensation and benefits they deserve. Our team is passionate about delivering exceptional client service, building lasting relationships, and achieving outstanding results through skilled advocacy. Confidential Employer.

    Job Description

    • Manage a Workers' Compensation caseload from initial intake through final resolution.
    • Represent clients at hearings, depositions, conferences, and settlement negotiations.
    • Provide strategic legal guidance and maintain consistent communication with clients throughout their cases.
    • Review and evaluate new case opportunities during the intake process.
    • Draft pleadings, motions, legal correspondence, and other case-related documents.
    • Ensure compliance with New York Workers' Compensation Board rules, deadlines, and procedures.
    • Supervise and mentor paralegals, legal assistants, and support staff.
    • Collaborate with attorneys and legal staff to develop effective case strategies and maximize client outcomes.

    Qualifications

    • J.D. from an accredited law school.
    • Active New York Bar license in good standing.
    • 3+ years of New York Workers' Compensation attorney experience.
    • Fluent in both Spanish and English.
    • Experience handling hearings, depositions, conferences, and settlement negotiations.
    • Strong communication, leadership, organizational, and client relationship skills.
    • Ability to independently manage a busy caseload in a fast-paced environment.

    Why You Will Love Working Here

    You will join a team that genuinely values client advocacy, professional development, and collaboration. We offer meaningful work, experienced colleagues, comprehensive benefits including health insurance, 401(k), and paid time off, along with the opportunity to build a long-term career at a growing plaintiff-focused firm.

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    Benefits:

    • Dental insurance
    • Health insurance
    • Life insurance
    • Paid time off
    • Vision insurance


    Numbers & Facts

    LocationNew York, New York

    Skills

    • Attorneyunmatched
    • Case Managementunmatched
    • Communication Skillsunmatched
    • Compensation and Benefitsunmatched
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    • Customer Relationsunmatched
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    • Legal Support Skillsunmatched
    • Litigationunmatched
    • Maintain Complianceunmatched
    • Mentoringunmatched
    • Negotiation Skillsunmatched
    • People Managementunmatched
    • Sales Qualificationunmatched
    • Spanish Languageunmatched
    • Strategic Planningunmatched
    • Team Playerunmatched
    • Time Managementunmatched
    • Vision Planunmatched
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