Senior Plaintiff Personal Injury Attorney

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k)

Paid time off

Professional development opportunities

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Job summary

Orion Placement is seeking an experienced attorney for a high-impact role in personal injury litigation in New York City. The ideal candidate will manage a high-volume caseload and mentor junior attorneys, playing a key role in case strategy and team development.

This is a full-time, on-site opportunity offering a comprehensive benefits package, and requires an active New York law license with 3+ years of relevant experience.

Qualifications

• Active license to practice law in New York required.
• 3+ years of New York plaintiff-side personal injury experience required.
• Experience managing personal injury cases from inception through trial.

Responsibilities

• Manage and mentor junior attorneys and support staff.
• Oversee a high-volume plaintiff-side personal injury caseload.
• Draft and prepare legal documents and trial materials.

Skills

Legal writing

Communication

Case management

Mentoring

Litigation strategy

Education

Juris Doctor from an accredited law school

Tools

Microsoft Office

Filevine

Job description

Pay:$150,000.00 - $200,000.00 per year

Why This Is a Great Opportunity

• Step into a high-impact attorney role with a well-established New York City plaintiff personal injury team known for representing injured individuals across the metro area.
• Take the next step in your career by mentoring junior attorneys, guiding support staff, and growing your leadership responsibilities in a collaborative litigation environment.
• Work on meaningful and often complex personal injury matters involving motor vehicle accidents, premises liability, medical negligence, product liability, wrongful death, and related claims.
• Gain a stronger voice in case strategy, workflow management, litigation preparation, and team development.
• Join a firm that values professionalism, client service, mentorship, and high-quality legal work.

Location:This is a full-time, on-site opportunity in downtown Manhattan, ideal for attorneys who want to be at the center of New York City's active plaintiff personal injury litigation market.

Note:Candidates must have an active New York law license and 3+ years of New York plaintiff-side personal injury experience.

About Us

We are a respected New York City personal injury litigation team representing individuals throughout the NYC metro area. Our work is client-focused, fast-paced, and team-driven, with a strong emphasis on preparation, communication, mentorship, and achieving strong outcomes through settlement or trial. Confidential Employer.

Job Description

• Manage and mentor junior attorneys and support staff through all phases of personal injury litigation and case management.
• Oversee a high-volume plaintiff-side personal injury caseload while ensuring matters are handled efficiently, strategically, and professionally.
• Guide case strategy, workflow, delegation, litigation deadlines, and attorney development within the team.
• Draft and prepare pleadings, motions, discovery responses, deposition materials, court documents, and trial preparation materials.
• Conduct legal research and support litigation strategy across a range of personal injury matters.
• Communicate professionally with clients, colleagues, staff, opposing counsel, court personnel, and other parties involved in each case.
• Help maintain strong client relationships by ensuring clients are informed, supported, and well represented throughout the litigation process.
• Lead by example in a fast-paced litigation environment while promoting accountability, organization, and strong professional standards.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor from an accredited law school required.
• Active license to practice law in New York required.
• 3+ years of New York plaintiff-side personal injury experience required.
• Experience managing a personal injury caseload from inception through litigation, settlement, and trial preparation.
• Ability to mentor junior attorneys and work effectively with support staff.
• Strong legal writing, research, communication, delegation, and case management skills.
• Ability to prioritize deadlines, manage workflow, and lead effectively in a high-volume litigation environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office required.
• Experience with case management systems preferred.
• Filevine experience is a plus.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States without employer visa sponsorship.

Why You Will Love Working Here

• You will have the opportunity to move beyond case handling and into meaningful mentorship and leadership.
• You will work with an experienced, collaborative personal injury team that values strong advocacy and professional growth.
• You will handle important plaintiff-side cases that make a real difference for injured individuals and families.
• You will be trusted with responsibility, visibility, and the opportunity to help shape team performance.
• You will have access to a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, 401(k), paid time off, and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

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