Plaintiff Personal Injury Litigation Attorney

About the role

Our client is a highly respected New York plaintiff-side personal injury firm with a proven track record of securing substantial settlements and verdicts for injured clients. The firm is known for its trial-ready approach, strong reputation in the legal community, and commitment to delivering exceptional client service. With decades of experience and numerous multi-million-dollar case results across motor vehicle accidents, construction accidents, traumatic brain injuries, workplace injuries, and catastrophic injury matters, the firm continues to experience significant growth. As part of this growth, we are seeking a Plaintiff Litigation Attorney with 1-3+ years of litigation experience, ideally within personal injury, to join a collaborative and results-driven team. This is an opportunity to join a firm that has built its reputation on fighting for injured clients and achieving outstanding results. The attorneys are deeply committed to client advocacy, maintain a strong trial presence, and have secured numerous seven-figure recoveries across a broad range of personal injury matters. The firm's culture combines high-level litigation work with genuine investment in attorney development and career growth.

Responsibilities

• Manage plaintiff personal injury cases through all phases of litigation
• Draft pleadings, motions, discovery demands and responses
• Conduct depositions and witness examinations
• Attend court appearances, conferences, arbitrations, and mediations
• Negotiate settlements with insurance carriers and defense counsel
• Work directly with clients and medical providers throughout the life of a case
• Collaborate with experienced trial attorneys on litigation strategy and case development

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school
• Active admission to the New York Bar
• 1-3+ years of litigation experience required
• Plaintiff personal injury experience strongly preferred
• Experience handling depositions, motion practice, and court appearances is a plus
• Strong written and oral advocacy skills
• Ability to independently manage a caseload and work in a fast-paced environment

Pay

Base Salary: $90,000 - $100,000; Performance-based bonuses; Commission structure tied to case outcomes

Benefits

• Medical benefits
• Paid time off and firm holidays
• Long-term growth and advancement opportunities
• Supportive team environment with mentorship from experienced litigators