Personal Injury Associate Attorney

Pay: $110,000.00 - $140,000.00 per year

Why This Is a Great Opportunity

• Build your litigation career with an established New York personal injury law firm handling meaningful, high-impact cases.
• Gain valuable hands-on experience with depositions, court appearances, motion practice, and settlement negotiations.
• Take ownership of your cases while receiving guidance from experienced attorneys and firm leadership.
• Represent injured individuals and make a real difference in their lives.
• Grow your legal skills in a collaborative, results-driven environment where your contributions are valued.

Location

New York, NY (Manhattan) — Full-Time, On-Site. Join our team in Manhattan, where you'll collaborate closely with experienced legal professionals and gain hands-on exposure to New York personal injury litigation.

Note:

Candidates must be admitted to the New York State Bar and have 1+ years of New York personal injury litigation experience. Both plaintiff-side and insurance defense attorneys are encouraged to apply.

About Us

Confidential Employer.

We are an established New York personal injury law firm committed to helping accident victims receive the justice and compensation they deserve. Our team combines thoughtful legal strategy, dedicated client advocacy, and a collaborative approach to delivering meaningful results. We believe in giving talented attorneys the support, responsibility, and opportunities they need to thrive.

Job Description

• Manage personal injury litigation cases involving motor vehicle accidents, premises liability, and other injury claims.
• Handle discovery, draft pleadings, prepare legal documents, and keep cases moving toward resolution.
• Take and defend depositions, prepare clients for testimony, and participate in court proceedings.
• Appear at conferences and hearings in New York courts.
• Research, draft, and argue motions, including discovery and summary judgment motions.
• Evaluate case value, prepare settlement demands, and negotiate with insurance carriers and defense counsel.
• Collaborate with senior attorneys and paralegals to develop effective litigation strategies.
• Prepare cases for trial and help deliver excellent outcomes for injured clients.

Qualifications

• Active New York State Bar admission in good standing.
• 1+ years of New York personal injury litigation experience.
• Experience with litigation discovery, depositions, court appearances, or motion practice.
• Working knowledge of New York civil litigation procedures and the CPLR.
• Strong legal research, writing, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage deadlines and work independently while contributing to a team.
• Plaintiff-side personal injury experience, settlement negotiations, and familiarity with Litify are a plus.

Why You Will Love Working Here

We offer an engaging, team-oriented environment where you'll gain meaningful litigation experience, work alongside knowledgeable attorneys, and make a positive impact on clients' lives. Your professional development matters to us, and you'll have opportunities to strengthen your courtroom skills, expand your responsibilities, and grow your legal career.

JPC - 2849

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Vision insurance

Requirements: Must-have: NY bar license, 1+ yrs of NY personal injury litigation exp

• Required Years as Associate: 1+
• Salary Bands (Only if attorney role):
• 1–2 yrs: $110K–$120K;
• 3–4 yrs: $121K–$132K; 
• 5+ yrs: $133K–$140K (Recruiter-recommended)

Submission Email: Dalia - [email protected]

Quick Recruiter Reference

Established NYC plaintiff PI firm seeking an associate attorney for auto accident and premises liability litigation. Handle discovery, depositions, court appearances, motions, and settlements; plaintiff or defense experience accepted. NY Bar, 1+ yrs NY PI litigation required; Manhattan on-site, $110K–$140K.

Recruiters Submission: To submit, cancel - Litigation Associate - Shulman & Hill, PLLC - JPC- 2849 - source

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• Client job title: Litigation Associate
• Location: New York, NY 
• On-site, hybrid, remote: On-site
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