Benefits:

401(k)

Bonus based on performance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Benefits/Perks

Collaborative and Friendly work environment

interesting and diverse caseload

Competitive Compensation

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced attorney to join our Plaintiffs Practice. In this role, you will provide legal counsel to clients, perform legal research, draft documents, and conduct depositions, appear in Court, litigate and settle cases. You will work closely with paralegals and other support staff, associate attorneys and the managing partner and active trial attorney Mitchell Proner, to provide excellent legal services to our clients. Our office is midtown Manhattan, right across the street form Grand Central Station. Position will be Monday -Friday in office. If you are able to handle a caseload independently and have a passion for your clients and the law, we want to hear from you.

Responsibilities

Evaluate, settle and/or litigate labor law, premises, and motor vehicle accident cases

Conduct and defend depositions

Prepare pleadings, discovery demands and responses, make and defend motions for discovery, dispositive motions, motions in limine, etc., and other legal documents

Conduct legal research

Prepare for and attend legal proceedings

Prepare for mediation and trials

Provide legal counsel in conjunction with senior associates

Negotiate with adjusters on behalf of clients

Maintain detailed and accurate client records

Supervise paralegals and administrative assistants

Qualifications

Minimum 10 years experience as an attorney in New York Personal injury practice

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Spanish speaking a plus due to heavy Latino client base