Held & Hines, LLP · 1 week ago
Civil Litigation Attorney With 5+ Years Experience
New York, NY
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expHeld & Hines, LLP is a well-established, client-focused litigation firm seeking a dedicated and skilled attorney with at least 5 years of litigation experience. The role involves representing clients in personal injury cases, managing a caseload from start to finish, and collaborating with a talented team to ensure clients receive the compensation they deserve.
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Responsibilities
Represent clients in personal injury and other matters, including but not limited to motor vehicle accidents, slip and fall cases, wage-and-hour claims, civil rights and discrimination claims, police misconduct cases, wage-and-hour cases, and breaches of contract
Manage a caseload from start to finish
Conduct thorough legal research and draft pleadings, motions, and discovery responses
Prepare and present cases for trial, including handling depositions, pre-trial motions, court appearances, and appeals
Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, ensuring effective communication throughout the case lifecycle
Collaborate with paralegals, support staff, and expert witnesses to build strong cases
Qualification
Required
A J.D. from an accredited law school
Admission to New York Bar (federal court a plus)
At least 5 years of litigation experience in New York (Plaintiff-side personal injury a plus)
Strong knowledge of personal injury law, including relevant statutes, regulations, and court procedures
Demonstrated experience in handling cases to successful conclusion
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Strong negotiation and settlement skills
Ability to manage a high caseload with attention to detail and deadlines
A track record of achieving favorable outcomes for clients
Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
Benefits
Generous bonus structure tied to performance and new business generation.
Comprehensive benefits package (health, dental, vision insurance, etc.).
Paid time off and holidays.
Pension plan with firm contributions.
Company
Held & Hines, LLP
Held & Hines, LLP is a boutique law firm with offices located in midtown Manhattan and Brooklyn, New York.
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageCompany data provided by crunchbase