Trial Attorney

About the role

Morgan & Morgan is looking for an experienced Personal Injury Litigation Attorney to join its growing practice of plaintiff's lawyers and supporting case staff in our New Haven, Connecticut office. The Litigation Attorney will handle motor vehicle liability / automobile accident cases in litigation representing plaintiffs in New York. The lawyer's responsibilities will focus on litigating cases, including trial prep and trial, but will not generally handle pre-suit matters.

Morgan & Morgan is a leading personal injury law firm dedicated to protecting the people, not the powerful. Our over 6,000 employees across all 50 states, Washington DC, and the US Virgin Islands are united by one mission: For the People. Highlights of our growth and impact include:

• Recovered over $25 billion for clients since 1988, with $8 billion of that total in the past two years alone.
• Doubled national mega-marketing campaigns from $250M to $500M+ since 2023, making us the number one company in the nation for out-of-home marketing spend.
• Hired Geico Insurance’s former Head of Auto Marketing as our new Chief Marketing Officer.
• Tried 320 cases last year, with plans to double that number in coming years. Attorneys are required to gain trial experience and frequent courtroom exposure.
• Provide attorneys with world-class case docket management software, litigation resources, and a wealth of benefits to optimize case development.

Responsibilities

• Day-to-day handling of litigation cases.
• Drafting and filing litigation documents, including pleadings, discovery requests, discovery responses, demands, motions, and memoranda.
• Guiding plaintiff clients through the case process.
• Interacting with expert witnesses, including conferences, drafting expert reports, and affidavits.
• Attendance and preparation for depositions, mediations, hearings, and court appearances.

Requirements

• Law degree (J.D.) from a fully accredited law school.
• Active member in good standing with the State Bar Association in Connecticut.
• Ideally 3+ years of Personal Injury / auto liability / MVA experience.
• Ability to manage a high volume of litigation cases.
• Excellent client service and communication skills.
• Self-starter driven by long-term career goals.
• Superior writing and oral advocacy skills.

Pay

Salary Range: $200,000 USD - $350,000 USD

Benefits

• Medical and dental insurance.
• 401(k) plan.
• Paid time off and paid holidays.

Full-time employees only.