Personal Injury Attorney
About The Position
A Long Island, New York law firm in the Hempstead area is seeking an experienced plaintiff personal injury attorney. The attorney handles all aspects of personal injury litigation, including slip-and-fall and motor vehicle accident cases, and must be licensed to practice law in New York and in good standing. The role includes evaluating cases, advising clients, reviewing case facts and insurance coverage, drafting legal documents, negotiating settlements, conducting legal research and analysis, and appearing for court proceedings and other case events across all counties. The attorney should be able to manage multiple deadlines and take cases to verdict.
Requirements
- Licensed to practice law in New York State and in good standing.
- At least three years of experience as a plaintiff personal injury attorney.
- Familiarity with various legal documents.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to build rapport with clients.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Responsibilities
- Handle all aspects of personal injury litigation, including slip-and-fall and motor vehicle accident cases.
- Evaluate the merits of personal injury cases.
- Provide guidance and counsel to clients.
- Review and monitor case facts to determine insurance coverage, case value, and medical care.
- Prepare and draft legal documents on behalf of clients.
- Negotiate settlements throughout all stages of a case.
- Comply with legal standards and regulations.
- Conduct legal research and analysis.
- Professionally manage multiple tasks and simultaneous deadlines.
- Appear for court dates, including motions and trials, and attend depositions, arbitrations, and mediations in all counties.
- Take cases to verdict.
Benefits
- Health care plan, including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
- Retirement plan (401(k) and IRA).
- Life insurance (basic, voluntary, and AD&D).
- Paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, and public holidays.
- Family leave, including maternity and paternity leave.
- Short-term and long-term disability.
- Training and development.
- Work from home.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
