Associate Attorney - Personal Injury

Our Client is an established plaintiff-side personal injury firm handling a general personal injury caseload, including motor vehicle, premises liability, trip and fall, construction and Labor Law, wrongful death, and catastrophic injury matters. This role offers meaningful responsibility and the opportunity to develop into a seasoned litigator.

About the role

The right candidate will handle cases from intake through resolution, working alongside a collaborative team of attorneys, paralegals, and support staff committed to securing results for clients.

Responsibilities

• Handle an active caseload of plaintiff-side personal injury matters in New York state and federal courts, from case evaluation and filing through settlement
• Litigate a range of case types, including motor vehicle, premises liability, trip and fall, construction and Labor Law, and other negligence matters
• Manage all phases of litigation including depositions, court appearances, and motion practice
• Work with retained experts and manage discovery on cases requiring expert proof
• Assist the Trial Department with preparation and presentation of trials (trial work encouraged but not required)
• Participate in internal file reviews, litigation strategy meetings, and firm training

Requirements

• Active New York bar license in good standing
• Minimum of 5 years of plaintiff-side personal injury litigation experience
• Experience handling automobile, trip and fall, premises liability, or construction accident matters
• Ability to move an active caseload forward with appropriate partner oversight
• Strong written and verbal communication, negotiation, and legal research skills
• Deposition and courtroom experience; trial experience a plus but not required
• Professional, responsive client service skills and sound judgment

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with wrongful death and catastrophic injury claims
• Demonstrated ability with complex personal injury matters involving multiple experts
• Comfortable preparing witnesses and taking and defending depositions
• Handled opposing complex motions and oral arguments
• Experience working closely with paralegals and support staff
• Familiarity with a legal case management system (SmartAdvocate or comparable) and NYSCEF

Benefits

• Base salary of $175,000 - $250,000, commensurate with experience
• Origination fee of 33% for all negligence matters brought into the firm
• Performance-based bonus
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company matching
• Paid time off plus paid holidays
• Hybrid work flexibility available

Schedule

Hybrid work flexibility available.

Location: Farmingdale, NY