Plaintiff's Personal Injury Attorney

4-20 yrs required

Full-time

No

A law firm seeks a Plaintiff's Personal Injury Attorney for their New York City office.

Job Overview:

The Plaintiff's Personal Injury Attorney will handle their own caseload, including intakes, pleadings, depositions, motion practice, and court appearances. Trial experience is preferred. Child Victim's Act and Adult Survivor's experience, as well as medical malpractice experience, are advantageous.

Duties:

• Handle own caseload, including intakes, pleadings, depositions, motion practice, and court appearances
• Conduct legal research
• Draft legal documents, including complaints and motions
• Represent clients in court proceedings
• Negotiate settlements
• Provide legal advice to clients
• Manage client relationships

Requirements:

• Juris Doctor (.) degree from an accredited law school
• Admission to the New York State Bar
• 5+ years of personal injury experience
• Trial experience preferred
• Child Victim's Act and Adult Survivor's experience a plus
• Medical malpractice experience a plus

Education:

Juris Doctor (.) degree from an accredited law school

Certifications:

Admission to the New York State Bar

Skills:

• Strong litigation skills
• Excellent communication skills
• Negotiation skills
• Ability to work independently
• Attention to detail

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