Trial Attorney

Protouch Staffing; Port Washington (NY); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Protouch Staffing is seeking a Trial Attorney for a nationally recognized plaintiffs' firm based in Roslyn, NY. The attorney will manage all phases of litigation, from case evaluation to trial, including depositions, motions, and negotiations.

Ideal candidates hold a New York license and have strong experience in personal injury or mass tort matters, with excellent writing, advocacy, and the ability to handle a busy caseload in a collaborative team.

Qualifications

• Active license to practice law in New York.
• Experience in personal injury, mass tort, and civil litigation.
• Strong written and oral advocacy skills; clear communication with clients and courts.
• Ability to manage a litigation caseload independently in a fast-paced setting.

Responsibilities

• Handle all phases of litigation, including case evaluation, legal research, drafting pleadings and motions, and discovery participation.
• Take and defend depositions; appear in state and federal courts for conferences and hearings; prepare cases for trial.
• Develop case strategy; negotiate settlements when appropriate; conduct jury and bench trials as needed.

Skills

Personal injury law

Mass tort litigation

Civil litigation

Trial preparation

Depositions

Motions drafting

Courtroom advocacy

Client communication

Negotiation

Attention to deadlines

Job description

Our Client is a nationally recognized plaintiffs' law firm focusing on personal injury, mass tort, and environmental litigation. With offices in New York, Long Island, New Jersey, Washington, D.C., and Florida, the firm represents clients across the United States. For more than two decades, Our Client has helped thousands of individuals obtain fair compensation for injuries caused by negligence, defective drugs, medical devices, and other harmful products. The firm is dedicated to high-quality advocacy, client-centered service, and meaningful results for injured individuals.

Role Description

This is a full-time, on-site Trial Attorney role based in Roslyn, NY. The Trial Attorney will handle all phases of litigation, including case evaluation, legal research, drafting pleadings and motions, and participating in discovery. Daily responsibilities include taking and defending depositions, appearing in state and federal courts for conferences and hearings, and preparing cases for trial. The role involves developing case strategy, working closely with clients and support staff, negotiating settlements when appropriate, and conducting jury and bench trials as needed. The attorney will collaborate with colleagues to maintain high professional and ethical standards while advancing clients' interests.

Qualifications

• Strong foundation in Law, including personal injury, mass tort, and civil litigation principles.
• Experience drafting and arguing Motions, including dispositive and evidentiary motions.
• Proficiency in handling matters before Courts, including conferences, hearings, and trial proceedings.
• Demonstrated ability to prepare for and conduct Trials, including jury selection, examination of witnesses, and closing arguments.
• Skill in planning, taking, and defending Depositions of parties, experts, and fact witnesses.
• Active license to practice law in New York; additional admissions (e.g., federal courts) are a plus.
• Excellent written and oral advocacy skills, including clear communication with clients, courts, and colleagues.
• Strong analytical, negotiation, and case management abilities, with attention to detail and deadlines.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment and manage a litigation caseload independently.
• Prior trial or significant litigation experience in personal injury or mass tort matters required.

Salary: Based on the candidates experience.

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