Attorney needed for New York City office

Job Overview:
A highly respected personal injury law firm located in the Financial District of New York City is seeking a dedicated and driven Associate Attorney to join its Medical Malpractice team. The ideal candidate will bring 1 to 2 years of relevant litigation experience and a strong desire to advocate for injured clients. This role offers the opportunity to work on high-stakes cases involving significant settlements and verdicts, within a collaborative and results-focused legal environment.

Location:

• New York, NY

Duties:

• Advise clients on medical malpractice and personal injury matters

• Draft and review legal documents including pleadings, motions, and memorandums

• Represent clients in court appearances, hearings, and depositions

• Conduct thorough legal research and case law analysis using platforms such as Westlaw

• Negotiate settlements on behalf of clients

• Collaborate with legal team members and support staff on case development and trial preparation

• Maintain detailed case records while adhering to confidentiality standards

• Monitor legal developments relevant to personal injury and malpractice law

Requirements:

• 1 to 2 years of experience in personal injury and medical malpractice litigation

• Active license to practice law in the State of New York

• Proven ability to manage cases independently and effectively

• Strong verbal and written communication skills

• Detail-oriented with excellent analytical and organizational skills

• Comfortable handling a fast-paced, high-volume caseload

Education:

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school

Certifications:

• Admission to the New York State Bar

Skills:

• In-depth knowledge of personal injury and medical malpractice law

• Proficient in legal research tools, particularly Westlaw

• Strong negotiation and advocacy skills

• Effective courtroom and litigation abilities

• Team-oriented with the capacity for independent decision-making

• High ethical standards and commitment to client service

Benefits:

• Full-time, permanent position

• Opportunity to work on high-profile personal injury cases

• Professional development in a specialized litigation environment

This firm is located in New York, New York and is one of the premier personal injury law firms in its area. This firm strives to provide a strong commitment to personal service as well as vigorous representation to each client. This firm has a combined 10 years of experience and success. The firm's practice areas include medical negligence, birth injury cases, work-site accidents, premises liability, wrongful death cases, and auto accidents. This firm has a team of highly skilled lawyers who are committed to working tirelessly to ensure that their clients are compensated.