Junior Associate Attorney

Magendzo Law; Village of Valley Stream (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Magendzo Law, a New York-based personal injury firm in Valley Stream, seeks a Junior Associate Attorney to work with senior attorneys on personal injury matters, handle research, pleadings, and client communications.

Candidates admitted to NY and strong writing skills are encouraged; personal injury experience preferred but not required. The role offers hands-on litigation exposure and growth within a boutique firm.

Qualifications

• Admitted (or pending) to practice in New York.
• Personal injury experience preferred, but not required.
• Strong legal research and writing skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines.
• Professional, proactive, and team-oriented attitude.
• Genuine interest in helping injured clients and advocating for their rights.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of personal injury matters with guidance from senior attorneys.
• Communicate with clients, insurance companies, medical providers, and opposing counsel.
• Conduct legal research and draft pleadings, motions, correspondence, and other documents.
• Review medical records, bills, and related documentation.
• Assist with discovery, depositions, negotiations, and settlement preparation.
• Prepare cases for litigation and trial.
• Attend court conferences, appearances, and depositions.
• Work with paralegals, case managers, and the legal team.
• Maintain accurate case files and meet deadlines.
• Provide responsive, professional, and compassionate service to clients.

Skills

Legal research

Legal writing

Client communication

Organization

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Education

Bar admission in NY (admitted or pending)

Job description

About this position

We are a boutique, rapidly growing personal injury law firm committed to providing exceptional representation and personalized service to clients. As we continue to grow, we are looking for a motivated Junior Associate Attorney to join our team in our Valley Stream office.

This is an excellent opportunity for an attorney who wants hands-on litigation experience, meaningful client interaction, and the opportunity to grow with a dynamic firm.

About the Role

The Junior Associate Attorney will work closely with senior attorneys and the firm's legal team on a variety of personal injury matters. The ideal candidate is a strong communicator, highly organized, detail-oriented, and eager to develop their litigation skills.

Personal injury experience is preferred, but we are open to candidates with strong litigation experience in other practice areas who are interested in transitioning into personal injury law.

Compensation:

$90,000 - $110,000 yearly

Responsibilities:

• Manage a caseload of personal injury matters with guidance from senior attorneys


• Communicate regularly with clients, insurance companies, medical providers, and opposing counsel


• Conduct legal research and draft pleadings, motions, correspondence, and other legal documents


• Review and analyze medical records, bills, and other case-related documentation


• Assist with discovery, depositions, negotiations, and settlement preparation


• Prepare cases for litigation and trial


• Attend court conferences, appearances, depositions, and other proceedings as needed


• Work collaboratively with paralegals, case managers, and other members of the legal team


• Maintain accurate and timely case files and meet deadlines


• Provide responsive, professional, and compassionate service to clients

Qualifications:

• Admitted (or admission pending) and in good standing to practice law in New York


• Personal injury experience preferred, but not required


• Strong legal research and writing skills


• Excellent verbal and written communication skills


• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail


• Ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines


• Professional, proactive, and team-oriented attitude


• Genuine interest in helping injured clients and advocating for their rights

About Company

Magendzo Law is a New York-based personal injury law firm. Our top priority is giving clients the highest quality of legal representation. Our team treats each case individually with a comprehensive approach to reach a successful outcome. We strive to get clients the compensation they deserve while making the legal process as easy and smooth as possible.