Personal Injury Litigation Associate

Henderson Scott US; Stamford (CT); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Henderson Scott US, based in Stamford, CT, seeks an Associate Attorney to join its Personal Injury/Medical Malpractice Litigation team. The role offers opportunities to handle matters from start to finish, draft filings, conduct research, and participate in depositions and negotiations under senior mentorship.

You will collaborate with experienced litigators, manage multiple matters, and develop trial skills in a supportive environment. Strong writing and communication are essential.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school
• Admission to the New York and/or Connecticut Bar
• Experience in personal injury, civil litigation, or related practice areas
• Strong legal research, writing, and communication skills
• Comfortable handling multiple matters and working independently
• Interest in developing as a trial attorney

Responsibilities

• Handle personal injury matters from inception through resolution
• Draft pleadings, motions, discovery, correspondence, and other legal documents
• Conduct legal research and assist with case strategy
• Participate in depositions, court appearances, conferences, and settlement negotiations
• Communicate directly with clients, opposing counsel, insurance carriers, and other parties
• Work closely with senior attorneys on complex litigation matters

Skills

Bar admission

Legal research

Legal writing

Communication skills

Independent work

Education

J.D. from an accredited law school

Job description

Associate Attorney - Personal Injury/ Medical Malpractice Litigation

A growing litigation practice is seeking an Associate Attorney to join its Personal Injury team. This is an excellent opportunity for an attorney looking to build on their litigation experience while taking on greater responsibility in a collaborative and supportive environment.

Responsibilities

• Handle personal injury matters from inception through resolution


• Draft pleadings, motions, discovery, correspondence, and other legal documents


• Conduct legal research and assist with case strategy


• Participate in depositions, court appearances, conferences, and settlement negotiations


• Communicate directly with clients, opposing counsel, insurance carriers, and other parties


• Work closely with senior attorneys on complex litigation matters

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school


• Admission to the New York and/or Connecticut Bar


• Experience in personal injury, civil litigation, insurance defense, or a related practice area


• Strong legal research, writing, and communication skills


• Comfortable managing multiple matters and working independently


• Strong interest in developing as a trial attorney

What the Opportunity Offers

• Opportunity for increased courtroom and deposition exposure


• Close mentorship from experienced litigators


• A collaborative team environment


• Strong potential for professional growth and advancement