Trial Attorney

3 weeks ago


New York, United States Bighornlaw Full time

Cohen & Cohen Personal Injury Lawyers, P.C. • Queens, NY, US

Posted 4 days ago

Description

Do you have a successful track record representing clients and are interested in mentoring the next generation of legal professionals? Our firm is seeking an experienced senior attorney who is adept at handling a large caseload and familiar with all aspects of the trial process, particularly drafting pleadings, motions, notices, and working toward a resolution. Your years of experience will also help coach our newer associates toward a similar route for success. If this sounds like a perfect position for you, please send us your resume today.

Responsibilities

  1. Manage a pipeline of approximately 100-120 personal injury cases to ensure cases progress seamlessly from inception to settlement/trial.
  2. Litigate cases for maximum settlement amounts.
  3. Attend mediations, hearings, and trials as needed.
  4. Maintain heavy communication with clients, opposing counsel, and adjusters.
  5. Negotiate settlements as needed, outside of mediation and trial.
  6. Meet monthly established goals and metrics.
  7. Anticipate, prepare for, and attend trials, mediation, and arbitration on behalf of clients.
  8. Get appropriate documents prepared, such as motions, pleadings, notices, and discovery requests and responses.
  9. Attend court hearings on behalf of clients and argue motions.
  10. Stay updated on changing applicable laws and statutes on the local, state, and federal levels.
  11. Conduct research and draft pleadings, briefs, and motions.

Qualifications

  1. Must have an active NY bar license in good standing.
  2. At least 5+ years of experience working as an associate attorney.
  3. Track record of successful settlements via negotiation, offers of settlement, mediation, and jury trials.
  4. Excellent time management and interpersonal skills are required, as well as persuasive writing and verbal communication skills.
  5. Previous experience advocating for clients in trials, mediation, and arbitration.
  6. Five years of experience as a senior associate in the legal industry.
  7. Bachelor’s degree with a law degree from an accredited law school (such as an LLM, JSD, or J.D. degree).
  8. Member of state and local bar associations in good standing.

Compensation

$200,000+ based on experience + bonus

About Cohen & Cohen Personal Injury Lawyers, P.C.

As part of a performance-based culture, you will work alongside a team of engaged, like-minded compassionate professionals. Essentially, you would support a collegian team of legal experts, dedicated to fighting hard and winning big for clients. Join our aggressive and successful personal injury law firm in a pivotal role in driving operational excellence and shaping the firm's growth. If you thrive in a challenging and fast-paced environment and possess the skills and experience outlined above, we look forward to receiving your application.

We take care of our team at Cohen & Cohen with a competitive benefits package that includes but is not limited to: Medical Insurance, 401(k), Paid Vacation Time, etc.

We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applicants from all backgrounds.

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