Associate Attorney needed for Syracuse office

Job Title:
Associate Attorney

Job Overview:
A respected law firm in Syracuse, NY, is seeking an Associate Attorney to join their team, specializing in workers' compensation cases. This opportunity is ideal for a skilled attorney who values a work environment that prioritizes client care, professional growth, and personal well-being. The firm fosters a culture of support and collaboration, where attorneys can thrive without the pressure of billable hours, allowing them to focus on delivering exceptional client service and achieving meaningful results.

Duties:

• Represent claimants in workers' compensation cases, including hearings, trials, depositions, oral arguments, mediations, and arbitrations.
• Take depositions of claimants, physicians, medical experts, and other relevant parties.
• Conduct legal research and stay current on developments in workers' compensation law.
• Draft appeals, rebuttals, summations, and legal memoranda.
• Negotiate settlements and ensure injured workers receive appropriate medical care and benefits.
• Provide legal guidance to clients throughout the workers' compensation process.
• Collaborate with support staff to ensure cases progress efficiently and effectively.

Requirements:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the New York State Bar; recent graduates awaiting admission will also be considered.
• Strong negotiation, litigation, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently while also collaborating with a team.
• Compassionate, client-focused approach with an emphasis on helping others.
• A passion for maintaining a balanced and fulfilling career.

Education:

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

Certifications:

• New York State Bar Admission (or pending).

Skills:

• Excellent negotiation and litigation capabilities.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Ability to effectively manage cases and deadlines.
• Empathy and a client-first attitude.
• Ability to work independently and collaborate with others.

Job Location:

• Syracuse, NY

The law firm offers a variety of legal services to its clients with a focus on workers' compensation and social security disability matters. Its other practice areas include personal injury, criminal and traffic law, real estate law, landlord services, car accidents, and wills and estates. It has offices in Syracuse, Watertown, and Chittenango, New York, and serves clients across several counties in the state.