Workers' Compensation Associate Attorney

Morganmorganjobsapplynow; New York (NY); On-site; USD 80,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Job summary

Morgan & Morgan in New York seeks an Attorney for its Workers' Compensation team. This position offers a unique chance to grow your career while handling a robust case-load alongside experienced professionals.

The ideal candidate should have a law degree, be an active NY State Bar member, and possess strong communication skills. A salary range of $80,000 – $125,000 is offered, alongside excellent benefits including medical insurance and a 401(k) plan.

Qualifications

• Ability to manage a high volume of cases and hearings.
• Self-starter driven by long-term career goals.

Responsibilities

• Handle day-to-day cases and hearings.
• Draft and file litigation documents including pleadings and motions.
• Guide clients through the case process.
• Interact with expert witnesses.
• Attend and prepare for depositions and court appearances.

Skills

Excellent client service

Communication skills

Superior writing

Oral advocacy skills

Education

Law degree from a fully accredited law school

Active member in good standing with the NY State Bar Association

Job description

Summary

Morgan & Morgan is looking for an Attorney interested in learning Workers' Compensation from the ground up. The Workers' Compensation Associate Attorney will work alongside world‑class, experienced Workers Comp litigation Attorney's as they handle a heavy and complex case‑load of cases and hearings. This is a rare, once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to get involved in a practice group that is rapidly growing. This position provides a linear growth path for you to follow. Once you have learned Workers Comp end to end, you will be privy to a consistently robust influx of cases which will be handed to you on a silver platter. Put simply, the right attorney will be able to eventually earn more in Workers’ Compensation than you could anywhere else in the state.

Responsibilities

• Day-to-day handling of cases and hearings
• Drafting and filing of litigation documents to include pleadings, discovery requests, discovery responses, demands, motions and memorandum
• Guide clients through the case process
• Interaction with expert witnesses to include conferences, drafting of expert reports and affidavits
• Attendance and preparation for depositions, mediations, hearings, and court appearances

Qualifications

• Law degree from a fully accredited law school
• An active member in good standing with the NY State Bar Association
• Ability to manage a high volume of cases and hearings
• Excellent client service and communication skills
• Self-starter driven by long‑term career goals
• Superior writing and oral advocacy skills

Salary Range: $80,000 — $125,000 USD

Benefits

Morgan & Morgan is a leading personal injury law firm dedicated to protecting the people, not the powerful. This success starts with our staff. For full‑time employees, we offer an excellent benefits package including medical and dental insurance, 401(k) plan, paid time off and paid holidays.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Morgan & Morgan provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

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