Senior Trial Attorney

About the role

We are seeking an experienced Senior Trial Attorney to lead and oversee a high-volume personal injury practice based in Uniondale, NY. This is a leadership role ideal for a seasoned attorney who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys mentoring teams, and is comfortable owning both legal strategy and operational execution. Required Location: Uniondale, NY (or ability to work onsite as required). Required Industry/Domain: Personal Injury (Plaintiff-side litigation), New York civil litigation / trial law, high-volume PI practice environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a team of attorneys, paralegals, and support staff within a personal injury practice
• Oversee case strategy from intake through resolution, ensuring high-quality legal work and client outcomes
• Handle a reduced caseload of complex or high-value matters
• Drive litigation strategy, including pleadings, discovery, depositions, motion practice, and trial preparation
• Ensure compliance with New York legal standards, deadlines, and firm protocols
• Mentor and develop junior attorneys and legal staff
• Collaborate with leadership on process improvements, case management workflows, and performance metrics
• Maintain strong client relationships and ensure exceptional client service

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school
• Active New York Bar admission (required)
• 7+ years of personal injury litigation experience
• Prior team leadership or management experience strongly preferred
• Proven ability to manage a high-volume caseload while maintaining quality
• Strong courtroom presence and litigation skills
• Experience with case management systems and legal technology
• Excellent communication, organizational, and leadership abilities

Skills

• Hands-on experience handling litigation from intake through trial (pleadings, discovery, depositions, motions, trial prep)
• Prior experience overseeing or leading legal staff (attorneys, paralegals, support teams)
• Prior formal