Personal Injury Attorney

Job Overview:

A law firm in New York City, NY, is seeking an experienced Personal Injury Attorney to play a pivotal role in managing the entire case handling process, from initial filing through to verdict. The ideal candidate will have a robust background in handling serious and catastrophic cases and be able to oversee and coordinate with staff and clients throughout the litigation process.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Manage the entire case handling process, including initial filing to verdict.
• Handle severe and catastrophic personal injury cases with high expertise.
• Ensure staff compliance with standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Report to supervising attorneys and the firm's partners and supervise litigation assistants, paralegals, and case managers.
• Screen potential litigation clients and conduct comprehensive case law research.
• Manage case records and negotiate with insurance companies effectively.
• Draft pleadings, motions, and discovery documents; prepare for and participate in mediations.
• Interview and depose witnesses, advocate in trials, and prepare clients for depositions.
• Provide counsel to clients and conduct investigations into coverage issues.
• Engage in medical management and educate clients regarding their cases.

Requirements:

• Minimum of 5+ years of experience in personal injury law.
• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an ABA-accredited law school.
• Active member of the New York State Bar.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Exceptional people skills with high professionalism and client service orientation.
• Proven experience in evaluating the value of claims.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Ability to multitask and meet deadlines efficiently.

Skills:

• Advanced case management and litigation skills.
• Proficiency in drafting legal documents and conducting legal research.
• Strong negotiation and mediation abilities.
• High level of organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Effective client counseling and investigative skills.
• Capability to work collaboratively and independently with a team.

Benefits Offered:

• Health benefits, including pretax health care and dependent care saving accounts.
• Life insurance.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Percentage match on 401K contributions.
• Confidential counseling services and mental health support.
• Financial guidance.