Civil Litigation Attorney - MVA Defense

Goldberg, Miller & Rubin is seeking a civil litigation attorney to join our New York City office in our personal injury practice area.

Goldberg, Miller & Rubin is a regional insurance defense law firm with offices in Manhattan, Philadelphia, and North Jersey that has been successfully litigating cases for its clients for close to four decades. We are an aggressive and talented team of trial attorneys who are dedicated to getting the best results for our clients.

As one of the region’s prominent civil law firms, we are recognized for our successful representation of individuals and companies facing liability relating to automotive and trucking negligence, medical malpractice, toxic torts, work related accidents, as well various other forms complex general liability.

Responsibilities

Our attorneys get REAL responsibilities from day one. Attorneys get full ownership of a case from inception to resolution meaning they are the point person for the day to day responsibilities and handle all aspects.

• Drafting of pleadings, correspondence, memoranda, and other documents.
• Exhibits good judgment and organizational skills to receive, record and disseminate all information on behalf of the clients.
• Summarize medical records and highlight important information.
• Write reports to clients summarizing the status of the case and the next steps that will be taken.
• Identifies, researches, and analyzes legal issues and conflicting legal opinions.
• Take and defend depositions, handle arbitrations, and argue motions.
• Attend in-person and virtual court appearances.
• Provide legal representation of clients to protect their interests in defense of complex and high exposure litigation.
• Explain litigation to those unfamiliar with the process.
• Take charge of cases to move them toward cost effective, efficient, and fair resolutions.
• Juggle multiple assignments and/or deadlines while maintaining a professional demeanor and seeks assistance when needed.
• Routinely reviews and follows-up on client deadlines and calendar appointments.
• Provide help on the handling of other attorneys’ files when needed.

• Experience in civil litigation; automobile negligence or premises liability is a plus.
• Experience handling depositions, mediations, arbitrations, and other complex assignments.
• Excellent research, writing, and communication skills.
• The ability to manage a large caseload and the day-to-day tasks involved within the cases.
• A strong desire to learn and grow in their legal profession.
• Strong verbal and interpersonal skills in order to work effectively with senior attorneys, partners, staff, clients, opposing counsel, and the court system.
• Experience billing for your time.

We ask that candidates who meet the above criteria and are interested in the position, submit a cover letter, resume, and a writing sample.

Benefits

Our Firm offers a generous benefits package, which includes a 401(k) with employer contribution, paid time off, Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts, medical, dental, and vision insurance, parental leave, annual bonuses, and professional development assistance.

Salary

From $90,000 a year - negotiable depending on experience.