What are the responsibilities and job description for the Personal Injury Attorney position at Nave Law Firm?
About Us
At Nave Law Firm, we are dedicated to delivering exceptional legal representation with a client-first approach. Our team of skilled attorneys fights for those who need a strong advocate, ensuring they receive the justice and compensation they deserve.
We are seeking a Personal Injury/Civil Attorney with 1-3 years of experience in personal injury and/or civil litigation to join our Syracuse office. This position offers a unique opportunity to work directly with a senior attorney, gaining invaluable experience while collaborating on all aspects of case management and litigation strategy.
Unlike many firms, this position has NO billable hour requirements, allowing you to focus on what truly matters—helping clients and developing your legal skills.
Position Overview
The ideal candidate will have a passion for advocacy and litigation and be looking for an opportunity to refine their skills under the mentorship of a seasoned senior attorney. You will play a key role in handling personal injury and civil litigation cases, from case intake to resolution, while working side by side with an experienced leader in the field.
This role also offers flexible hours to accommodate your schedule, including the ability to work some evenings or weekends if needed.
Key Responsibilities
- Work directly with a senior attorney on all aspects of personal injury and civil litigation cases.
- Manage a caseload involving motor vehicle accidents, premises liability, and general civil litigation.
- Conduct client consultations, case evaluations, and legal research.
- Draft pleadings, motions, discovery requests, and legal correspondence.
- Engage in settlement negotiations, mediations, and court hearings.
- Represent clients in depositions, trials, and arbitrations as needed.
- Collaborate with senior attorneys and legal support staff to develop case strategies.
- Maintain responsive and clear communication with clients throughout their cases.
Qualifications
- 1-3 years of experience handling personal injury and/or civil litigation cases.
- Licensed to practice law in New York State and in good standing.
- Strong litigation skills, including experience with depositions, motions, and trials (preferred but not required).
- Excellent negotiation, writing, and communication skills.
- Ability to work independently while collaborating with a senior attorney and team.
- Detail-oriented with strong organizational and time-management skills.
- Flexibility in scheduling – willing to work some evenings or weekends if needed based on their schedule.
What We Offer
- NO billable hour requirements – focus on advocacy.
- Mentorship and collaboration with an experienced senior attorney.
- Competitive compensation with performance-based incentives.
- Flexible work hours to accommodate personal and professional needs.
- Supportive team environment with growth opportunities.
- Professional development and litigation training.
- Comprehensive benefits package (for eligible employees).
If you're a motivated attorney looking for a flexible and rewarding opportunity to develop your personal injury and civil litigation practice under the guidance of an experienced mentor—without the stress of billable hours—we’d love to hear from you!
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Contract, Temporary
Pay: $65,000.00 - $100,000.00 per year
Expected hours: 20 – 40 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 4 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Syracuse, NY 13202
Salary : $65,000 - $100,000