What are the responsibilities and job description for the Plaintiff's Personal Injury Attorney (Manhattan - IN OFFICE) position at DL Group, LLC?
Join a highly reputable boutique Plaintiff's Personal Injury Law Firm in the heart of Manhattan. We are dedicated to securing justice for individuals injured due to negligence and are looking for a passionate, skilled attorney to join our team. We're a 6-attorney law firm that handles auto & trucking accidents, premises liability, products liability cases and construction accidents in NY. We only handle severe injury cases with $200k policies and above. (NOTE: This is an IN OFFICE position - it is NOT remote).
Position Overview:
We are seeking a Personal Injury Attorney with 3 years of experience handling personal injury cases, specifically auto accidents, trucking accidents, premises liability, and/or construction accidents. The ideal candidate will have trial experience in New York courts, a strong ability to negotiate, and a track record of securing favorable settlements and verdicts for clients. (While we prefer Plaintiff's experience, we will consider those with only B.I. Defense experience in NY).
Key Responsibilities:
- Handle all aspects of personal injury cases from pre-lit to trial
- Represent clients in court, including trials and settlement negotiations
- Prepare legal documents, including pleadings, motions, and trial briefs
- Develop case strategies and maintain client communication throughout the case lifecycle
- Collaborate with the legal team on complex cases
Qualifications:
- 3 years of personal injury experience, with a focus on auto accidents, trucking accidents, premises liability, and construction accident cases in NY
- Trial experience in New York courts is preferred (you should have prepped for several trials that settled, at minimum)
- Strong litigation skills and a proven track record of case success
- Licensed to practice law in New York
Compensation and Benefits:
- Salary: $200,000 to $320,000 (based on experience)
- Case Settlement % Bonuses: You keep 5% - 12% of the collected attorney's fees depending on whether the case settles pre-trial; during trial; or we obtain a favorable verdict.
- Benefits: Health, dental, 401k w/ 5% match, PTO
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $200,000.00 - $325,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Experience:
- NY Personal Injury Law (Plaintiff or Defense): 3 years (Required)
License/Certification:
- NY Bar (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Paterson, NJ (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $200,000 - $320,000
