Harris, Keenan & Goldfarb PLLC · 2 weeks ago
Personal Injury Attorney
Harris, Keenan & Goldfarb PLLC is seeking an experienced, tenacious Personal Injury Lawyer to join their legal team. The ideal candidate will possess excellent advocacy skills and a deep understanding of personal injury law, focusing on fighting for the rights of their clients.
Responsibilities
Provide legal advice and guidance to clients regarding personal injury claims, including: motor vehicle accidents, slip and falls, medical malpractice, workplace injuries, and more
Conduct thorough investigations, collect evidence, and assess the merits of potential cases
Interview clients, witnesses, and experts to gather information and build a strong case
Develop and execute effective legal strategies and formulate litigation plans, prepare legal documents, including complaints, motions, pleadings, and discovery requests
Represent clients in negotiations, settlement discussions, mediations, and arbitrations
Prepare and take depositions of parties and experts
Litigate cases in court, presenting arguments, examining witnesses, and cross-examining opposing parties, advocating for clients' best interests during trial proceedings
Collaborate with internal teams, such as paralegals and support staff, to ensure smooth case management
Maintain accurate and up-to-date case records, documentation, and billing information
Stay abreast of changes in personal injury laws and legal developments to enhance your legal expertise
Uphold high ethical standards and maintain client confidentiality
Qualification
Required
Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school
Licensed to practice law in the state of New York
5+ years of personal injury experience (Plaintiff-side experience required)
Must be comfortable with running a case load from intake through trial
Tenacity, resilience, and a strong work ethic to handle complex and challenging cases
Preferred
Familiarity and knowledge of the state court system is a plus
Benefits
Health insurance
401(k)
Health savings account
Paid time off
Referral program
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Company
Harris, Keenan & Goldfarb PLLC
NYC accident lawyers for the seriously injured serving NYC accident victims for over 25 years. Free consultation. No fee unless we win your case.