Plaintiff Personal Injury Attorney

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Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Plaintiff Personal Injury Attorney in New York, NY. This role involves managing both pre-litigation and litigation matters, offering meaningful case ownership and the opportunity to advocate for injured clients at every stage of their cases.

Duties

• Manage plaintiff personal injury cases through pre-litigation, litigation, and resolution.
• Evaluate liability, insurance coverage, damages, and case value to develop effective strategies.
• Oversee pre-litigation case development, review demands, and negotiate settlements with insurance carriers.
• Identify cases requiring litigation and prepare pleadings, motions, and discovery.
• Conduct depositions and represent clients at hearings, mediations, and settlement conferences.
• Prepare cases for trial and collaborate with trial counsel as needed.
• Keep clients informed and coordinate with support staff to meet deadlines and move cases forward.

Requirements

• Active New York attorney license in good standing.
• Experience managing plaintiff personal injury cases in both pre-litigation and litigation.
• Demonstrated experience evaluating claims, preparing demands, and negotiating settlements.
• Hands-on experience with New York discovery, depositions, and motion practice.
• Strong legal writing, client communication, and caseload management skills.

Education

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.

Certifications

• Active membership in good standing with the New York State Bar.

Skills

• Ability to manage a high-volume caseload.
• Strong client service, communication, and organizational skills.
• Leadership ability and self-starter mindset.
• Excellent writing and advocacy skills.

Benefits

• Professional development and continuing education support.
• Collaborative, growth-oriented team environment.
• Medical, dental & vision plans.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions.
• Life Insurance and AD&D coverage.
• Short and long-term disability coverage.
• Health & Dependent Care Spending Accounts.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Tuition Assistance.
• Paid time off and paid holidays.

Company info

BCG Attorney Search
125 Park Avenue, 25th floor
New York
New York
United States 10017
Phone : (212) 232-0277
Fax : (213) 895-7306