Attorney - Personal Injury Tort & Insurance Defense Associate - NYC
Orion Placement
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New York, NY · Posted October 15, 2026
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About the job
Pay: $120,000.00 - $140,000.00 per year
Why This Is a Great Opportunity
Join a respected litigation team where you can step into meaningful responsibility from day one.
Handle substantive tort and insurance defense matters with direct client contact and real ownership of your cases.
Build your litigation career in a role that offers strong mentorship, courtroom exposure, and hands-on case strategy work.
Work in a collaborative, professional environment that values high-quality work and long-term growth.
Enjoy a hybrid schedule while staying connected to a strong team and active practice.
Location: Hybrid role based in Manhattan, New York, with a mix of in-office collaboration and remote flexibility.
Note: This role requires 3+ years of directly relevant personal injury tort litigation and/or insurance defense litigation experience and active New York Bar admission.
About Us
We are a well-established, full-service law firm with a long-standing reputation for high-quality client service and a collaborative professional culture. Our team is committed to doing excellent work, supporting one another, and giving attorneys the opportunity to grow their practices and careers in a meaningful way. Confidential Employer.
Job Description
Handle personal injury tort and insurance defense litigation matters from early case stages through resolution
Take and defend depositions
Draft motions, pleadings, discovery, and other litigation-related documents
Appear in court and participate in conferences, hearings, and related proceedings
Communicate directly with clients and help develop case strategy
Manage files independently while balancing multiple deadlines and priorities
Collaborate with partners and colleagues on litigation strategy and client service
Qualifications
J.D. from an accredited law school
Active admission to the New York Bar
3+ years of personal injury tort litigation and/or insurance defense litigation experience
Strong experience with depositions, motion practice, and court appearances
Trial experience is a plus, but not required
Strong writing, communication, and case management skills
Able to work independently and exercise sound professional judgment
Why You Will Love Working Here
Hybrid flexibility with a strong Manhattan platform
Collegial environment with meaningful attorney responsibility
High-quality litigation work and client interaction
Opportunity to continue building courtroom confidence and substantive experience
Stable, respected firm with room for long-term growth
JPC-839
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
Dental insurance
Paid time off
Retirement plan
Vision insurance