Personal Injury Associate Attorney (New York)

The Ward Law Group, PL•New York, NY

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Ward Law Group is seeking an experienced Personal Injury Associate Attorney to join its growing team in New York City. This position manages both pre-litigation and litigation personal injury matters, handling cases throughout the lifecycle from intake through resolution. The attorney will be responsible for case strategy, client counseling, settlement negotiations, litigation oversight, and advancing cases through all appropriate stages of representation.

Requirements

Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school
Active membership in good standing with the New York State Bar
3+ years of personal injury / motor vehicle accident experience preferred
Ability to manage a high-volume caseload
Strong client service, communication, and organizational skills
Leadership ability and self-starter mindset
Excellent writing and advocacy skills

Responsibilities

Handle both pre-litigation and litigation personal injury matters, ensuring cases are strategically advanced through all phases of representation.
Handle cases from intake through settlement, including case strategy, documentation, and compliance.
Complete Flip-to-Lit and TD approvals when appropriate, manage release approvals, and guide clients through the case lifecycle.
Draft and prepare pre-litigation documents such as demands and settlement packages.
Manage demand package creation and negotiate settlements with carriers.
Supervise 6–10 Case Managers, ensure KPI compliance, and maintain quality control standards.
Conduct recorded statements, prepare clients for Examinations Under Oath (EUOs), and prepare clients for and attend 50-h hearings.
Primarily personal injury cases, especially motor vehicle accidents.