Personal Injury Litigation Attorney (New York)

Company Description

The Ward Law Group, voted best places to work for the past two years is where your work really matters! Where serving the community and driving results have made us a leader in personal injury. We offer an innovative and fast-paced ever-evolving environment that allows you to earn as you grow. We empower our attorneys to add value to our clients' claims.  Get ready to experience a growth atmosphere as our onboarding and weekly training prepare you to make an impact for our clients.

Our core values are service to our clients, service to our teammates, and service to the community. Along with faith, accountability, leadership, and loyalty

Job Description

Position Overview

The Ward Law Group is seeking a high-performing Personal Injury Litigation Attorney to join our New York office.

This role is designed for attorneys who are capable of handling cases end-to-end — from pre-litigation strategy through litigation and into trial preparation (and trial where applicable). Our attorneys are not siloed; they are expected to own their cases, drive outcomes, and deliver results.

Key Responsibilities

• Full-cycle case handling from pre-litigation through resolution, including trial preparation and support
• Conduct early case strategy, liability assessment, and investigation, including notice requirements (e.g., municipal cases)
• Manage a high-volume caseload independently with appropriate support staff
• Draft and file pleadings, discovery, motions, and legal memoranda
• Take and defend depositions of parties, witnesses, and experts
• Prepare for and attend mediations, hearings, and court appearances
• Collaborate with experts, including report drafting and case development
• Negotiate settlements with insurance carriers and opposing counsel
• Prepare cases for trial and actively support or participate in trial litigation
• Provide exceptional client service while maintaining consistent communication throughout the case lifecycle

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school
• Active member in good standing with the New York State Bar
• 5+ years of plaintiff personal injury experience (auto liability / MVA strongly preferred)
• Demonstrated experience handling cases across multiple phases of the lifecycle, including:
  • Pre-litigation (investigation, notice, liability development)
  • Litigation (motions, depositions, case strategy)
  • Trial preparation and/or trial exposure
• Proven ability to independently manage a high-volume caseload
• Strong writing, negotiation, and oral advocacy skills
• Excellent client communication and relationship management

Preferred Qualifications (Bonus)

• Experience with New York municipal liability and notice requirements
• Trial experience (first or second chair)
• Proven ability to manage large caseloads efficiently
• Strong settlement negotiation track record

Additional Information

• Paid Time Off: All employees who work 30 hours per week and above qualify for Paid Time Off. You will accrue a total of 4.62 hours per pay period for a total of three (3) weeks per year.
• Health Benefits: All employees who work 30 hours per week and above will be eligible for benefits starting on the 1st day of the month following their start date. The firm covers a fixed amount which typically covers 40 - 65% of the employee premium, depending on the selected plan. The medical insurance plans include options for national coverage and free mental health services. There are also dental plans (with unlimited coverage) and vision plans to choose from at the employee’s expense. 
• Disability Benefits: All employees who work 30 hours per week will have Short-term and Long-term Disability benefits, paid for by the firm.
• Life Insurance: For all employees who work 30 hours per week and above, the firm provides 1X earnings life insurance coverage paid for by the firm. In addition, you will receive a Firm paid accidental death and dismemberment benefit that matches your life insurance coverage.
• Supplemental insurance options include Critical Illness, Accident, Cancer, Hospital Confinement Indemnity insurance, Term Life insurance, and Whole life insurance
• Retirement: All employees who work 30 hours per week and above qualify for the 401(K) plan. After the employee completes one year of service, the firm will match