Workers' Compensation Attorney

Taylor Root; New York (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental and vision coverage

401(k) with 3% employer match

Commuter benefits

PTO accrual program

Job summary

Taylor Root in New York, NY is seeking a Workers' Compensation Attorney to handle cases from intake through resolution. The position is fully onsite in Lower Manhattan with a 9:00 AM - 5:30 PM schedule (Friday 9-4) and a base salary linked to experience.

Benefits include medical, dental and vision coverage, a 401(k) with 3% employer match, commuter benefits, and PTO accrual. Strong communication and advocacy are essential for client, provider, insurer, and opposing counsel interactions.

Qualifications

• Active New York Bar admission or recently passed NY Bar.
• 0–5 years of legal experience.
• Workers' compensation experience preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Handle workers' compensation cases from intake through resolution
• Attend hearings, conferences, depositions, and settlement negotiations
• Draft motions, pleadings, and legal correspondence
• Communicate with clients, medical providers, insurance carriers, and opposing counsel
• Review case files, medical records, and evidence to develop case strategy
• Manage deadlines and provide effective advocacy on behalf of injured workers

Skills

Legal writing

Oral advocacy

Case management

Education

Active New York Bar admission

Job description

Workers' Compensation Attorney - New York, NY - ONSITE

Responsibilities:

• Handle workers' compensation cases from intake through resolution
• Attend hearings, conferences, depositions, and settlement negotiations
• Draft motions, pleadings, and legal correspondence
• Communicate with clients, medical providers, insurance carriers, and opposing counsel
• Review case files, medical records, and evidence to develop case strategy
• Manage deadlines and provide effective advocacy on behalf of injured workers

Requirements:

• Active New York Bar admission or recently passed the New York Bar
• 0-5 years of legal experience
• Workers' compensation experience preferred but not required for entry-level candidates
• Compensation: Competitive base salary based on years of experience
• Schedule: Fully onsite in Lower Manhattan
• Hours: 9:00 AM - 5:30 PM Monday-Thursday; 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM Friday
• Medical coverage
• Dental and vision coverage
• 401(k) with 3% employer match
• Commuter benefits
• PTO accrual program