Associate Attorney

TonaLaw; Town of Islip (NY); Hybrid; USD 76,500 - 93,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with employer contribution

Paid time off and firm holidays

Hybrid work flexibility after onboarding

Job summary

TonaLaw is seeking a motivated Junior Associate Attorney in Islip, NY. The ideal candidate will be involved in all phases of personal injury cases, working under senior attorneys. Responsibilities include case management, courtroom appearances, drafting pleadings, and client communication. A JD from an accredited law school and at least 2 years of experience are required. The firm offers competitive compensation starting at $85,000 based on experience, along with health benefits and a hybrid work option after onboarding.

Qualifications

• Admitted to practice in New York.
• At least 2 years of legal experience preferred, especially in Personal Injury or No-Fault Collections.
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Assist in managing a caseload of personal injury matters from intake through resolution.
• Appear in court for arbitrations, conferences, and motions.
• Work closely with senior attorneys on case strategy and evaluation.

Skills

Litigation skills

Legal research

Strong writing skills

Analytical skills

Client communication

Education

JD from an accredited law school

Job description

TonaLaw is seeking a motivated and growth-oriented Junior Associate Attorney to join our team. This role is ideal for an attorney with at least two years of experience who is eager to develop litigation skills, gain courtroom experience, and grow within a fast-paced firm. You will work directly under two senior attorneys and be actively involved in all phases of personal injury cases from pre-suit through litigation, as well as no-fault collection cases from case assignment through arbitration/trial.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary (based on experience)
• Health insurance
• 401(k) with employer contribution
• Paid time off and firm holidays
• Hybrid work flexibility after onboarding

Responsibilities

• Litigation & Case Handling
  • Assist in managing a caseload of personal injury matters from intake through resolution
  • Arbitration hearing preparation and appearance
  • Draft, review pleadings, motions, discovery demands/responses, and legal correspondence
  • Filing and conducting master arbitrations, trial de novos, and appeals
  • Conduct legal research and case analysis
• Court & Depositions
  • Appear in court and virtually for arbitrations, conferences, motions, and routine appearances
  • Conduct and defend depositions of all party and non-party witnesses
  • Assist in trial preparation
  • Managing your calendar and caseload calendar with your team
• Case Strategy & Development
  • Work closely with senior attorneys and operations managers on case strategy and evaluation
  • Review medical records, liability facts, and damages
  • Support negotiation and settlement effortsFee scheduling
• Client Interaction
  • Communicate with clients regarding case status and next steps
  • Help guide clients through the litigation process

Qualifications

• JD from an accredited law school is required
• Must be admitted to practice in New York
• At least 2 years of legal experience (Personal Injury and/or No-Fault Collections experience a plus, but not required)
• Strong writing and analytical skills
• Comfortable in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
• Willing and eager to appear in court regularly
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail
• Motivated to learn personal injury litigation and grow professionally

Compensation

$85,000 DOE