Trial-Ready PI & Medical Malpractice Attorney — NYC

Workforce Recruiter; New York (NY); On-site; USD 140,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Retirement plan

Paid time off and holidays

Professional development opportunities

Performance-based compensation

Job summary

Workforce Recruiter’s NYC client seeks an experienced Personal Injury and Medical Malpractice Attorney to join the legal team in the NYC Office. You will manage a caseload from intake through trial, representing plaintiffs in complex matters.

The role requires a JD, NY Bar admission, 5+ years of plaintiff-side litigation, and strong writing, negotiation, and client communication skills. Competitive salary and strong benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the New York State Bar (additional admissions a plus).
• 5+ years of experience litigating plaintiff-side personal injury and/or medical malpractice cases.
• Trial experience strongly preferred.
• Excellent legal writing, research, and analytical skills.
• Strong negotiation and advocacy skills.
• Ability to handle a heavy caseload in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail.
• Compassionate, client-focused approach with strong interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage all phases of personal injury and medical malpractice cases from initial client consultation through resolution.
• Conduct legal research, draft pleadings, discovery demands/responses, motions, and other legal documents.
• Take and defend depositions, including expert witness depositions.
• Appear in court for conferences, oral arguments, hearings, and trials.
• Evaluate the merits of cases and develop case strategies.
• Negotiate settlements and advocate effectively on behalf of clients.
• Supervise and collaborate with paralegals, legal assistants, and support staff.
• Maintain strong client communication and provide regular case updates.

Skills

Legal research

Negotiation

Advocacy

Client communication

Attention to detail

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

Workforce Recruiter’s NYC client seeks an experienced Personal Injury and Medical Malpractice Attorney to join the legal team in the NYC Office. You will manage a caseload from intake through trial, representing plaintiffs in complex matters.

The role requires a JD, NY Bar admission, 5+ years of plaintiff-side litigation, and strong writing, negotiation, and client communication skills. Competitive salary and strong benefits are offered.