Early Career Personal Injury Protection / No-Fault Attorney (Remote, New York)

Overview

This role involves serving as a Personal Injury Protection (PIP)/No-Fault Attorney within a legal team, managing a diverse caseload related to no-fault claims, arbitrations, and mediations. The position requires staying current on evolving laws and regulations to maintain effective and compliant defense strategies. It offers an opportunity to develop litigation skills in a fast-paced, team-oriented, and fully remote environment with minimal court appearances.

Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of PIP/no-fault litigation from case inception through resolution, including case evaluation, discovery, motion practice, arbitrations, mediations, and settlement negotiations.
• Conduct Special Investigation Unit (SIU) Examinations Under Oath (EUOs) and prepare detailed reports focusing on SIU and PIP matters.
• Review new file assignments, analyze evidence, develop case strategies, and prepare pleadings, motions, and other legal documents.
• Conduct AAA no-fault arbitrations and try cases as needed, including preparing witnesses and clients for testimony.
• Maintain regular communication with claim business partners to provide case status updates, strategy discussions, and pre-trial reports.
• Monitor changes in laws and regulations to ensure compliance and optimize legal strategies.

Requirements

• Juris Doctorate degree and active membership in good standing with the New York State Bar.
• Successful completion of courses in legal research, writing, and analysis.
• Strong time management skills with the ability to balance multiple tasks and deadlines.
• Experience organizing case files, managing legal documents, and understanding the discovery process.
• Effective communication skills for client interactions, preparing summaries, and maintaining records.
• Knowledge of legal ethics and professional conduct standards.
• Basic negotiation skills for client interactions and settlement discussions.
• Must be within commutable distance to courthouses throughout New York.

Preferred Skills

• Case management
• Client documentation
• Evidence gathering
• Examinations Under Oath
• Insurance defense
• Legal document preparation
• Litigation and negotiation
• Personal injury law
• Proficiency with remote work tools
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Compensation & Benefits

• Annual salary range: $100,000 - $120,000, based on experience and qualifications.
• This is a 100% remote position.
• Background investigation required for candidates offered the position.
• Opportunities for professional growth and advancement.
• Work-life balance with predictable schedules and flexibility.
• Exposure to diverse legal challenges including regulatory compliance, risk assessment, and dispute resolution.
• Direct collaboration with internal stakeholders and business units.

Location

• Remote position with minimal court appearances.
• Candidates must be within commutable distance to courthouses throughout New York.

Note: The employer does not sponsor employment-based visas for this position.