Plaintiff Personal Injury Attorney

Plaintiff Personal Injury Attorney – Medical Malpractice & Catastrophic InjuryTorgan Cooper & AaronNew York, NY | Full-Time | In PersonSalary: $100,000–$165,000 per year, commensurate with experience and qualifications

If your skills, experience, and qualifications match those in this job overview, do not delay your application.
The OpportunityWe are seeking a highly motivated plaintiff's personal injury attorney who has a strong desire to help people and wants to grow as a litigator.
The attorney will work on significant and complex matters involving:Medical malpracticeCatastrophic personal injuryConstruction accidentsMotor vehicle accidentsWrongful deathOther serious injury matters
The attorney will have meaningful responsibility throughout the life of a case, including:Case investigation and developmentDrafting pleadings and other legal documentsLegal research and writingMotion practiceTaking and defending depositionsWorking with experts and other litigation professionalsClient communications and case strategyPreparing cases for mediation and settlementTrial preparation and, depending on experience and interest, participation in trial
We are particularly interested in attorneys who want to develop their litigation andtrial skills. At the same time, we recognize that excellent personal injury lawyers contribute in many different ways, and we welcome candidates whose strengths and interests may be primarily focused on the substantive, strategic, and analytical aspects of case development and litigation.This is an opportunity to work on high-value, complex cases with attorneys who are deeply committed to their clients and to achieving the best possible results.
Who We Are Looking For:The ideal candidate is an attorney with strong litigation skills, excellent judgment, initiative, and a genuine commitment to helping clients.
Qualifications:Admission to the New York Bar requiredPersonal injury or civil litigation experience preferredMedical malpractice experience is a plus, but not requiredDeposition and/or trial experience is preferred, but not requiredExceptional legal writing, research, and analytical skillsStrong oral and written communication skillsAbility to take ownership of assignments and casesExcellent attention to detail and organizational skillsStrong work ethic and professional judgmentAbility to work independently while collaborating effectively with attorneys and staffGenuine interest in plaintiff-side litigation
We welcome attorneys at different stages of their litigation careers. Whether you already have significant personal injury experience or are looking to develop your skills in plaintiff-side litigation, this position offers an opportunity to take on meaningful responsibility and grow professionally.
Why Join Torgan Cooper & Aaron?At Torgan Cooper & Aaron, you will have the opportunity to work on serious, complex cases that can profoundly impact the lives of our clients and their families. Our attorneys are given meaningful responsibility and the opportunity to develop their skills across all aspects of sophisticated plaintiff-side litigation.
We offer:Exposure to complex personal injury and medical malpractice mattersMeaningful responsibility from case inception through resolutionThe opportunity to develop deposition, motion practice, negotiation, and trial skillsWork alongside experienced plaintiff's trial attorneysA collaborative and supportive work environmentSignificant potential for professional growthThe opportunity to work on cases where the outcome can profoundly impact our clients' lives
If you are a smart, motivated attorney who wants to do meaningful work, develop as a litigator, and represent clients in some of the most important cases of their lives, we want to hear from you.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:401(k) matchingHealth insurancePaid time offParental leaveFlexible scheduleProfessional development assistanceRetirement plan
License/Certification:New York Bar admission required
Work Location: In person, New York City
About Torgan Cooper & AaronTorgan Cooper & Aaron is one of the nation's premier plaintiff's personal injury law firms, with more than $1 billion in verdicts and settlements.We are a trial-focused firm that believes the best results come from preparation, commitment, and a willingness to take cases as far as necessary to achieve the best possible outcome for our clients. Unlike high-volume practices, we intentionally limit the number of cases we handle so that our attorneys can become deeply invested in every client and devote the firm's full resources to each matter.Our reputation has been built on achieving outstanding results for our clients, both in settlement and in the courtroom. xzbcwsv We are looking for an attorney who wants to be part of that tradition and build a rewarding career representing individuals and families facing life-changing injuries.