Associate Attorney
Wizehire · Queens, NY · 3 wk ago
Legal$100k–$130k/yrFull-time
Responsibilities
- Handle all aspects of personal injury litigation
- Draft, review, and analyze legal documents, including pleadings, motions, and memoranda of law
- Conduct legal research, case analysis, and develop a case strategy and theory
- Review and analyze discovery, including identifying key facts and issues
- Manage case files and maintain the organization of litigation materials
- Appear in court for conferences, hearings, and motion arguments
- Participate in settlement conferences and status hearings
- Communicate effectively with clients, attorneys, medical providers, and third parties
- Conduct and defend depositions (based on experience)
Qualifications
- Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school
- Admission to practice law in New York State
- Federal court admission (SDNY or EDNY) is a plus
- 2–3+ years of litigation experience required with strong analytical and writing skills; personal injury experience is preferred
- Prior experience handling motion practice and discovery
- Strong legal writing and analytical skills
- Ability to independently review and analyze case files and documents
- Highly organized and detail-oriented, with the ability to manage multiple cases
- Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word and legal document preparation
- Tech-savvy with familiarity in legal research tools and case management systems
- Consistent and stable work history preferred
Compensation
$100,000 - $130,000/year
About MILENE MANSOURI LAW PC
We are a boutique personal injury law firm based in Queens, New York, seeking an experienced Litigation Paralegal to work directly with the managing attorney.
Why Join Us
- Work directly with an experienced personal injury attorney
- Gain hands-on experience across all aspects of litigation
- Take on meaningful responsibility in a small firm environment
- Opportunity to grow based on performance