Personal Injury Associate Attorney

Orionplacement; Port Washington (NY); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Vision insurance

Outstanding medical benefits

Job summary

Orionplacement is seeking a motivated attorney to manage personal injury cases in Port Washington, New York. You will gain extensive litigation exposure and receive hands-on mentorship from experienced litigators. The firm offers a competitive salary plus performance-based bonuses and excellent benefits including medical coverage.

Ideal candidates will have an active New York Bar admission and at least one year of personal injury experience. Work primarily on-site with potential for limited remote flexibility.

Qualifications

• Must be admitted to practice in New York State.
• Preferably have plaintiff-side experience.
• Strong writing and negotiation skills essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage personal injury matters from intake through resolution.
• Draft pleadings, motions, and discovery responses.
• Negotiate settlements with insurance carriers.

Skills

Strong writing

Organization

Negotiation skills

Deadline management

Court appearance experience

Education

Active admission to the New York State Bar

1+ year of personal injury litigation experience

Job description

Pay: $100,000.00 - $140,000.00 per year

Why This Is a Great Opportunity

• Launch and grow your personal injury career with hands‑on responsibility from day one
• Work directly with experienced litigators who are invested in mentoring and developing junior attorneys
• Handle real cases end-to-end instead of being siloed into one task
• Gain meaningful litigation exposure including depositions, court appearances, and negotiations
• Earn performance-based bonuses on top of a competitive base salary
• Outstanding benefits, including medical coverage for you and your family with the firm covering approximately 98% of the cost
• Clear long‑term growth path within a stable, well‑established plaintiff‑side practice

Location

This role is primarily on‑site at our Port Washington, Long Island office. While we are currently fully in‑office, limited remote flexibility may be considered down the line for the right candidate once fully ramped.

Note

You must be admitted to practice in New York State and have at least one year of personal injury experience. Plaintiff‑side experience is strongly preferred, though defense backgrounds will be considered.

About Us

We are a respected plaintiff‑side personal injury law firm handling a wide range of complex and meaningful cases. Our team culture is collaborative, fast‑paced, and supportive, with a strong emphasis on training, mentorship, and delivering excellent results for our clients. Confidential Employer.

Job Description

• Manage personal injury matters from intake through resolution with guidance from senior attorneys
• Draft pleadings, motions, and discovery responses
• Assist with and conduct depositions, hearings, and mediationsAttend court appearances and conferences
• Communicate directly with clients, medical providers, experts, and opposing counsel
• Negotiate settlements with insurance carriers and defense counsel
• Work closely with paralegals and support staff to move cases efficiently

Qualifications

• Active admission to the New York State Bar
• 1+ year of personal injury litigation experience
• Plaintiff‑side experience preferred; defense experience considered
• Strong writing, organization, and negotiation skills
• Ability to manage deadlines and multiple cases in a fast‑paced environment

Why You Will Love Working Here

You will be supported, mentored, and trusted with real responsibility early in your career. We value collaboration, professional development, and rewarding strong performance. This is an environment where junior attorneys can truly learn, grow, and build a long‑term career.

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Benefits

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