Personal Injury Attorney

CyberCoders; New York (NY); On-site; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Base salary: $150,000 - $200,000 DOE

Bonus

PTO/Sick Time

Job summary

CyberCoders is seeking a seasoned Personal Injury Attorney for our Forest Hills, NY office. You will manage a plaintiff-side PI caseload from intake through resolution and trial, negotiate with insurers, and collaborate with medical experts to build strong cases.

Ideal candidates have a JD from an accredited law school, an active NY bar license, and a proven track record in personal injury litigation, negotiations, and courtroom advocacy.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school.
• Active license and good standing with the state bar.
• Proven experience handling plaintiff-side personal injury matters.
• Strong knowledge of personal injury litigation, civil procedure, and insurance claims.
• Experience with case management from intake through resolution.
• Excellent negotiation, advocacy, and courtroom skills.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication abilities.
• Client-focused mindset with a commitment to delivering outstanding service.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage a personal injury caseload from pre-litigation through settlement or trial.
• Conduct case evaluations and develop winning legal strategies.
• Maintain strong client relationships and provide guidance throughout the legal process.
• Draft pleadings, motions, discovery requests, and settlement demands.
• Take and defend depositions.
• Negotiate settlements with insurance carriers and opposing counsel.
• Collaborate with medical experts, investigators, and other professionals to build strong cases.
• Represent clients in mediations, arbitrations, hearings, and court appearances.
• Prepare cases for trial and serve as lead or supporting trial counsel when necessary.

Skills

Negotiation

Litigation

Client communication

Case management

Oral advocacy

Written communication

Education

J.D. from accredited law school

Job description

Position: Personal Injury Attorney
Location: Forest Hills, NY (on-site)
Salary: $150,000-$200,000 + Bonus

Overview

A growing and highly respected plaintiff-side personal injury law firm, is seeking an experienced Personal Injury Attorney to join their team. This is an outstanding opportunity for a motivated advocate who is passionate about helping injured individuals obtain the compensation and justice they deserve.

The ideal candidate is a strong negotiator, confident litigator, and compassionate counselor who can effectively manage cases from intake through resolution. You'll work alongside a collaborative legal team that is committed to delivering exceptional client service and achieving outstanding results.

What You'll Do

• Manage a personal injury caseload from pre-litigation through settlement or trial
• Conduct case evaluations and develop winning legal strategies
• Maintain strong client relationships and provide guidance throughout the legal process
• Draft pleadings, motions, discovery requests, and settlement demands
• Take and defend depositions
• Negotiate settlements with insurance carriers and opposing counsel
• Collaborate with medical experts, investigators, and other professionals to build strong cases
• Represent clients in mediations, arbitrations, hearings, and court appearances
• Prepare cases for trial and serve as lead or supporting trial counsel when necessary

What We're Looking For

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school
• Active license and good standing with the applicable state bar
• Proven experience handling plaintiff-side personal injury matters
• Strong knowledge of personal injury litigation, civil procedure, and insurance claims
• Experience with case management from intake through resolution
• Excellent negotiation, advocacy, and courtroom skills
• Exceptional written and verbal communication abilities
• Client-focused mindset with a commitment to delivering outstanding service
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

Preferred Qualifications

• Trial experience or significant litigation experience
• Demonstrated success securing favorable settlements and verdicts
• Experience handling motor vehicle accidents, premises liability, wrongful death, catastrophic injury, or related matters
• Established ability to independently manage a caseload

Benefits

• Base Salary: $150,000 - $200,000 DOE
• Bonus
• PTO/Sick Time