Associate Attorney
1 month ago
New York
Job Description Job Type: Full-Time | In-Office Applicants must have a minimum of six (6) months of hands-on attorney experience handling personal injury cases. Applications that do not meet this requirement will not be considered. We are a New York–based plaintiff-side personal injury law firm seeking a full-time Associate Attorney to join our practice. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated attorney who wants meaningful responsibility, hands-on litigation experience, and close mentorship in a small-firm environment. You will manage an assigned caseload and work directly with the firm’s principal attorney and paralegal on matters involving personal injury cases. The ideal candidate is practical, organized, inquisitive, and eager to develop strong litigation skills. About the Firm We are a New York personal injury law firm focused on thoughtful advocacy, strong case preparation, and client-centered representation. This role offers direct mentorship, hands-on litigation experience, and meaningful responsibility from day one, with room for professional growth. Salary: $90,000 – $115,000 per year, depending on experience Equal Opportunity Employer Compensation: $90,000 - $115,000 annually Responsibilities: • Manage an assigned caseload from inception through resolution, • Draft pleadings, motions, discovery demands and responses, and legal correspondence, • Conduct legal research and prepare cases for hearings, depositions, mediations, and trials, • Take and defend depositions, including plaintiff depositions, • Appear in court for conferences, hearings, and motion practice as needed, • Communicate with clients regarding case strategy, status, and resolution options, • Collaborate closely with the supervising attorney and paralegal to move cases efficiently, • 1+ year of experience in plaintiff-side personal injury litigation preferred, • Admitted to practice in New York and in good standing, • Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school, • Experience drafting pleadings, motions, and discovery; deposition experience preferred, • Strong written and verbal communication skills, • Organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple deadlines We are a New York personal injury law firm committed to thoughtful advocacy, thorough preparation, and exceptional client service. Our practice combines serious litigation with a personalized, compassionate approach, giving attorneys the opportunity to do meaningful work that makes a real difference in clients’ lives. Why Join Us • Hands-on mentorship from the managing partner in a setting designed to help you develop quickly and confidently, • Early responsibility with meaningful exposure to litigation strategy, case development, and client communication, • A supportive small-firm culture where collaboration is valued, and individual contributions are recognized, • A real opportunity to grow into a larger role within the firm as your experience, judgment, and confidence expand