Litigation Attorney

Job Overview:
A nationally recognized personal injury law firm is seeking an experienced Litigation Attorney to join its Brooklyn office. This role involves handling plaintiff-side personal injury matters through all stages of litigation, including trial.

Duties:

• Manage personal injury cases from filing through verdict in state and federal courts
• Meet with clients and initiate lawsuits
• Draft and respond to written discovery
• Conduct fact witness and expert depositions
• Attend hearings, mediations, and settlement negotiations
• Prepare cases for trial and try cases to a verdict
• Draft and file post-trial motions as necessary
• Participate in litigation meetings, audits, and trial preparation programs
• Supervise and guide litigation support staff throughout case progression

Requirements:

• Active New York law license in good standing
• Proven success in personal injury litigation and jury trials
• Minimum of 2 first-chair jury trial verdicts required
• Ability to independently manage a high-volume caseload from inception through trial
• Strong courtroom advocacy and litigation management skills
• Experience directing and collaborating with litigation support teams

Education and Certifications:

• J.D. from an accredited law school
• Admission to practice law in New York

Skills:

• Excellent verbal and written communication abilities
• Strong negotiation and advocacy skills
• Strong legal research and analytical capabilities
• Ability to manage multiple active matters and deadlines effectively
• Strong organizational and leadership skills

Benefits:

• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Bonus opportunities
• Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance coverage
• 401(k) plan with company matching
• Bereavement and hospital leave
• Public transportation costs covered by the firm