Plaintiff'S Personal Injury Attorney

Job Overview:

A well-established law firm in Manhattan, New York is seeking an experienced Plaintiff's Personal Injury Attorney to manage personal injury case files from start to finish. The ideal candidate will have a passion for helping clients seek justice and compensation, along with a minimum of 3 years of personal injury litigation or trial experience. This role offers an excellent opportunity for growth within a high-performing legal team.

Location:

• Manhattan, New York

Duties:

• Research case law, premises liability, and gather relevant evidence, such as insurance policies, medical records, and expenses.
• Oversee the management and progression of personal injury case files from inception to resolution.
• Draft and review legal documents, including motions, discovery responses, demand letters, pleadings, claims, subpoenas, and memorandums.
• Record and update case status in the case management system.
• Evaluate potential personal injury claims and provide legal advice to prospective clients.
• Manage and delegate tasks to a team of paralegals, legal assistants, case managers, and other legal staff.

Requirements:

• Minimum of 3 years of personal injury litigation or trial experience, with a focus on medical malpractice, wrongful death, personal injury, or civil litigation.
• Strong knowledge of personal injury law, tort law, medical malpractice, wrongful death, and civil litigation.
• Excellent drafting, research, negotiation, and communication skills.

Education:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.

Certifications:

• Licensed to practice law in the state of New York.

Skills:

• Expertise in personal injury law, medical malpractice, and civil litigation.
• Strong legal research and writing capabilities.
• Ability to manage complex case files and lead a team.
• Effective communication and client consultation skills.