Associate Attorney

Gorayeb & Associates, P.C.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 157,500 - 192,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Vision insurance

401K

Paid time off

Job summary

A New York personal injury law firm is seeking a motivated Associate Attorney with over 3 years of litigation experience. This position offers significant hands-on responsibility, frequent court appearances, and a chance to develop trial skills through meaningful involvement and mentorship. The firm has been established for 40 years, promoting a collaborative culture and strong opportunities for professional growth. Competitive salary and benefits including health and vision insurance, a 401K plan, and paid time off are provided.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of personal injury or civil litigation experience.
• Strong legal writing, analytical, and advocacy skills required.
• Ability to manage cases with increasing independence.

Responsibilities

• Handling court appearances, hearings, and conferences.
• Taking and defending depositions of parties and witnesses.
• Drafting, filing, and arguing substantive motions.
• Managing personal injury cases through discovery and pre-trial.
• Working closely with senior attorneys on case strategy and trial preparation.
• Gaining direct exposure to trials with the opportunity to second-chair.

Skills

Legal writing

Analytical skills

Advocacy skills

Case management

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school

Job description

Overview

NYC Downtown personal injury law firm is seeking a motivated Associate Attorney with 3+ years of litigation experience to join our team. This role offers substantial hands-on responsibility, frequent court appearances, and a strong opportunity to develop trial skills through meaningful case involvement and mentorship. Great opportunity to establish a professional life with a profitable, stable and growing firm that has been in existence for 40 years.

Responsibilities

• Handling court appearances, hearings, and conferences
• Taking and defending depositions of parties and witnesses
• Drafting, filing, and arguing substantive motions
• Managing personal injury cases through discovery and pre-trial
• Working closely with senior attorneys on case strategy and trial preparation
• Gaining direct exposure to trials with the opportunity to second-chair and advance to first-chair responsibilities

Compensation

• Salary and bonuses up to $175,000.00
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401K
• Paid time off

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school
• Minimum of 3 years of personal injury or civil litigation experience (plaintiff or defense)
• Strong legal writing, analytical, and advocacy skills
• Ability to manage cases with increasing independence
• Desire to grow as a trial attorney in a plaintiff-focused practice preferable

What We Offer

• Regular courtroom, deposition, and motion practice experience
• Mentorship and training aimed at building trial skills
• Substantive involvement in all phases of litigation
• Collaborative and supportive firm culture
• Competitive compensation commensurate with experience
• Long-term growth opportunity within the firm