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The Law Offices of Melissa A. Day, PLLC · 1 month ago

Associate Attorney - Workers' Compensation Defense

Buffalo-Niagara Area

Full-time

Hybrid

Entry Level

1+ years exp

The Law Offices of Melissa A. Day, PLLC is a workers' compensation defense firm that emphasizes collaboration and strong client relationships. The Associate Attorney will handle litigated and non-litigated New York State workers' compensation claims, ensuring proper client matter management and contributing to firm operations and marketing efforts.

Law Practice

No H1B

Responsibilities

Internalizing and committing to the firm's mission vision and values

Representing clients on litigated matters at virtual hearings, trials and depositions

Providing follow-up reports to clients within 3 business days of their hearings

Investigating workplace accidents and/or conducting initial reviews of client matters

Conducting complex legal research in Lexis and/or Westlaw

Conducting sophisticated analyses of medical records

Drafting memoranda of law, and appeals and rebuttals to the Board Panel, Full Board and Appellate Division, Third Department

Providing client-requested analysis of claims including settlement analyses, exposure/reserve analyses, litigation assessments, and litigation plans

Marketing the firm by joining or volunteering for networking organizations, attending networking events, and writing articles, blog posts, white papers and other marketing materials, and leading webinars or presentations, as needed

Qualification

New York State Bar AdmissionLitigation ExperienceLegal Research (Lexis/Westlaw)Client Relationship ManagementMedical Record AnalysisWriting SkillsMultitasking AbilityProfessional AppearanceOrganizational SkillsPositive AttitudeAttention to DetailTeam Collaboration

Required

Admission to practice law in the State of New York

Exceptional organizational skills

Self-motivated with a positive attitude and the drive to provide excellent client service

Excellent attention to detail for both tracking litigation/work assignments and proper documentation of files

Ability to handle pressure, interruptions and multiple projects/cases with frequently changing priorities and deadlines

Excellent writing and verbal communication skills

Ability to multitask and prioritize workload

Highly proficient in technology, including software utilized by the firm, including but not limited to, Microsoft Office programs, Adobe, remote desktop, Westlaw legal research

Ability to analyze legal documents and ensure accuracy

Maintain a professional appearance and demeanor

Preferred

1 to 2 years experience as an attorney preferred but not required

Benefits

Our BONUS PROGRAMS offer two ways for an associate to bonus: one based on productivity and revenue and the other based on administrative contributions like marketing, firm life and collaboration.

New Associates can "earn" a 4 day work week by meeting the billable hour requirement.