Plaintiff Personal Injury Associate Attorney

Responsibilities

• Manage a personal injury caseload of approximately 75-100 files from end to end.
• Handle a mix of pre-litigation and litigation matters involving auto accidents, trucking, premises liability, and related personal injury claims.
• Investigate claims and develop liability and damages evidence.
• Work closely with clients, medical providers, paralegals, and partners to build strong cases.
• Draft pleadings, motions, discovery requests and responses, demands, and other legal documents.
• Conduct negotiations with insurance adjusters and defense counsel to maximize client recoveries.
• Handle all phases of litigation, including discovery, motion practice, depositions, mediation, and trial preparation.
• Prepare cases for settlement conferences and trial.
• Maintain responsibility for filing deadlines, service of process, and statute of limitations compliance.
• Collaborate with attorneys and support staff to deliver exceptional client service.

Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years of Plaintiff Personal Injury experience.
• Experience handling both pre-litigation and litigation matters.
• Proven ability to manage cases from investigation through resolution.
• Strong experience with medical development, demands, negotiations, discovery, and motion practice.
• Trial preparation experience is required; actual trial experience is strongly preferred.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and client advocacy skills.
• Licensed to practice in Connecticut and New York (candidates licensed in one state with a strong desire to obtain the second license may be considered).
• Experience with Litify is preferred.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Word, and Slack.
• Strong organizational skills, critical thinking ability, and attention to detail.
• Self-motivated team player with a strong work ethic and desire for continued professional growth.

Benefits

• Competitive base salary of $150,000
• Uncapped quarterly bonus based on attorney fees collected (historically ranging from $10,000-$40,000+ annually)
• Hybrid work schedule (2-3 days in office)
• 401(k) with discretionary employer match
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance with employer contribution toward medical premiums
• Paid vacation that increases with tenure
• Paid sick leave
• 10 paid holidays
• Office closure between Christmas and New Year's (when possible)
• Annual firm retreat and holiday celebration
• Annual performance reviews with opportunities for salary growth
• Long-term career advancement with potential partnership opportunities