Appellate Attorney – Personal Injury Litigation

Orion Placement; New York (NY); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Vision insurance

Job summary

Orion Placement is seeking a talented attorney for a Manhattan-based appellate practice within a plaintiff-side personal injury firm. The role focuses on drafting appellate briefs and substantive motions in high-stakes litigation, with mentorship from experienced appellate counsel.

You will handle complex cases, including construction accidents and labor-law claims, participate in trials and appeals, and contribute to cases with strategic legal analysis; NY bar in good standing required, 2+

Qualifications

• JD from an accredited law school.
• Active New York State Bar admission in good standing.
• 2+ years of appellate practice, substantive motion practice, or complex civil litigation preferred; candidates with strong related experience are encouraged to apply.
• Excellent legal research, analytical, and persuasive writing skills.
• Familiarity with New York civil practice, including the CPLR.
• Ability to draft well-reasoned legal arguments and manage deadlines.
• Plaintiff-side personal injury or New York Labor Law experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Research and draft appellate briefs, substantive motions, and legal memoranda.
• Prepare and oppose summary judgment motions in complex personal injury litigation.
• Support appeals before the New York State Appellate Division.
• Analyze New York Labor Law claims, including Sections 200, 240(1), and 241(6).
• Evaluate case law, liability issues, deposition transcripts, medical records, and litigation evidence.
• Collaborate with trial attorneys on litigation strategy and preservation of appellate issues.
• Assist with motions to renew, motions to reargue, and other post-decision applications.
• Develop persuasive legal arguments that support successful litigation outcomes.

Skills

Legal research

Persuasive writing

Analytical skills

Deadline management

Education

JD from an accredited law school

Job description

Pay: $120,000.00 - $150,000.00 per year

Why This Is a Great Opportunity

• Work on sophisticated, high-impact personal injury litigation involving complex legal issues.
• Develop persuasive appellate briefs and substantive motions that shape important case outcomes.
• Gain direct mentorship from experienced appellate counsel while taking on meaningful responsibilities.
• Work on challenging cases involving construction accidents, catastrophic injuries, and complex liability disputes.
• Enjoy medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, life insurance, and a 401(k) with employer matching.
• Advance your legal writing and appellate advocacy skills within a collaborative litigation team.

Location: Manhattan, NY - 100% on-site. Join our litigation team in New York City and collaborate directly with attorneys handling significant injury cases.

Note: Active New York State Bar admission and strong legal research and writing skills are required. We welcome attorneys with appellate experience, substantive motion practice, or complex civil litigation experience. Extensive prior appellate experience is not required for candidates with strong motion-writing backgrounds.

About Us

Confidential Employer.We are an established New York plaintiff-side personal injury law firm committed to strategic litigation and outstanding client advocacy. Our attorneys work collaboratively on complex injury matters, combining rigorous legal analysis with a results-driven approach to representing clients.

Job Description

• Research and draft appellate briefs, substantive motions, and legal memoranda.
• Prepare and oppose summary judgment motions in complex personal injury litigation.
• Support appeals before the New York State Appellate Division.
• Analyze New York Labor Law claims, including Sections 200, 240(1), and 241(6).
• Evaluate case law, liability issues, deposition transcripts, medical records, and litigation evidence.
• Collaborate with trial attorneys on litigation strategy and preservation of appellate issues.
• Assist with motions to renew, motions to reargue, and other post-decision applications.
• Develop persuasive legal arguments that support successful litigation outcomes.

Qualifications

• JD from an accredited law school.
• Active New York State Bar admission in good standing.
• 2+ years of relevant experience in appellate practice, substantive motion practice, or complex civil litigation preferred; candidates with strong related experience are encouraged to apply.
• Excellent legal research, analytical, and persuasive writing skills.
• Familiarity with New York civil practice, including the CPLR.
• Ability to draft well-reasoned legal arguments and manage deadlines.
• Plaintiff-side personal injury or New York Labor Law experience is a plus.

Why You Will Love Working Here

You'll tackle intellectually challenging legal work, collaborate directly with experienced litigators, and strengthen your appellate advocacy skills. Our team values thoughtful legal analysis, professional development, and meaningful contributions to cases that matter.

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Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance