Why This Is a Great Opportunity
- Join a well-established New York City plaintiff personal injury team with a strong reputation and decades of experience representing injured individuals.
- Get hands-on mentorship from experienced PI attorneys while building real litigation skills in a busy, supportive environment.
- Work on meaningful cases involving motor vehicle accidents, premises liability, medical negligence, product liability, wrongful death, and other personal injury matters.
- Take on real responsibility early, including client contact, case strategy, legal research, pleadings, depositions, court appearances, and trial preparation.
- Enjoy a collaborative, team-oriented culture with strong benefits, professional development, and long-term growth potential.
Location: This is a full-time, on-site opportunity in downtown Manhattan, offering the energy, pace, and professional opportunity of a premier New York City legal market.
Note: Candidates must have an active New York law license and 1+ years of New York plaintiff-side personal injury experience.
About Us
We are a respected New York City personal injury litigation team representing individuals throughout the NYC metro area. Our work is client-focused, fast-paced, and meaningful, with a strong emphasis on preparation, communication, and achieving the best possible outcomes through settlement or trial. Confidential Employer.
Job Description
- Work closely with experienced attorneys to guide personal injury clients through the life of the case, from intake and investigation through litigation, settlement, and trial preparation.
- Manage a busy plaintiff-side personal injury caseload while staying organized, responsive, and proactive.
- Draft and prepare pleadings, motions, discovery responses, court documents, deposition materials, and trial preparation materials.
- Conduct legal research and support case strategy across a variety of personal injury matters.
- Communicate professionally with clients, colleagues, opposing counsel, court personnel, and other parties involved in each case.
- Help maintain strong client relationships by keeping clients informed, supported, and confident throughout the litigation process.
- Prioritize deadlines, court appearances, document preparation, and case needs in a fast-paced litigation environment.
Qualifications
- Juris Doctor from an accredited law school required.
- Active license to practice law in New York required.
- 1+ years of New York plaintiff-side personal injury experience required.
- Experience with motor vehicle accidents, premises liability, medical negligence, product liability, wrongful death, or related injury matters preferred.
- Strong legal writing, research, communication, and case management skills.
- Ability to manage deadlines, prioritize work, and handle a high-volume litigation caseload.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office required.
- Experience with case management systems preferred.
- Filevine experience is a plus.
- Must be authorized to work in the United States without employer visa sponsorship.
Why You Will Love Working Here
- You will work directly with experienced personal injury attorneys who are invested in your development.
- You will gain practical, hands-on litigation experience instead of being siloed into narrow tasks.
- You will be part of a friendly, professional, collaborative team that values strong client service and high-quality legal work.
- You will handle meaningful plaintiff-side cases that make a real impact for injured individuals and families.
- You will have access to a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, 401(k), paid time off, and professional development opportunities.
JPC-1145
Pay: $100,000.00 - $130,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- Briefly explain which role on your resume best aligns with this position and why. If you have any resume gaps, please briefly explain
- This role is on-site at the NYC location. Confirm you are okay with this: Y/N
- In what city/state do you currently reside?
- What base salary range would you need to make a move? Pls keep it aligned with your directly relevant experience, as candidates seeking compensation above their experience level may not be considered.
Experience:
- New York plaintiff personal injury: 1 year (Required)
License/Certification:
- NY bar license (Required)
Work Location: In person
