What are the responsibilities and job description for the Litigation Associate – Plaintiff Personal Injury | Trial Track position at Law Office Of Gregory A. Goodman, PC?
Escape the Billable Grind. Command the Courtroom
Are you stuck in a “document review” basement or grinding out 2,200 billable hours for a defense firm without ever seeing the inside of a courtroom?
The Law Office of Gregory A. Goodman, P.C. is a boutique plaintiff’s personal injury litigation firm that believes in training the next generation of formidable trial lawyers. We are looking for hungry, passionate attorneys who want to advocate, learn, grow, litigate, and truly do something with their careers. If you have a passion to win and a drive to advocate for the injured, we provide the mentorship, the powerful legal support infrastructure, the state-of-the-art technology, and the caseload; you provide the hunger, the work ethic, and the passion.
Build a Career That Cannot Be Replaced by AI
Whether you are newly admitted, transitioning from defense/hourly billing, or looking to specialize in litigation, this is your opportunity to build a career that is future-proof. In an era of increasing automation, the one skill that remains irreplaceable is the ability to stand before a Judge and Jury.
We utilize cutting-edge AI and a dedicated legal support team to handle the "grunt work" and administrative burdens. This allows our attorneys to focus on the high-level practice of law and the essential human elements of our profession: Courtroom Advocacy and Trial Strategy.
Position Summary
In an era of AI and automation, the most valuable asset a lawyer possesses is judgment. We provide the infrastructure to let you exercise that judgment. We utilize automated platforms and a sophisticated litigation support team to clear the administrative path, freeing you to focus on high-level legal strategy, trial preparation, and courtroom execution.
In this role, you will:
- Take Ownership: Manage litigated personal injury matters from the initial pleadings through discovery, motion practice, and final resolution.
- Be Supported: Leverage our paralegal and legal support teams, allowing you to focus on substantive legal work and pushing cases toward favorable outcomes.
- Receive Elite Mentorship: Work directly with firm leadership to gain practical, “in-the-trenches” experience in trial advocacy.
- Gain “Irreplaceable” Experience: Master the courtroom skills and trial techniques that AI and automation simply cannot replicate.
Key Responsibilities
- Docket Management: Drive a plaintiff PI docket from complaint through settlement or disposition.
- Court Appearances: Frequent New York State court appearances (and Federal Court where applicable), including PCs, CCs, settlement conferences, and motion arguments.
- Pleadings & Discovery: Draft, edit, and finalize complaints, Bills of Particulars, and end-to-end discovery (demands, responses, and enforcement).
- Motion Practice: Draft and argue motions to compel, discovery motions, and partial summary judgment motions.
- Trial Prep: Assist with trial preparation and conduct trials and summary jury trials as experience grows.
- Supervision: Collaborate with paralegal and legal support teams on drafting, subpoenas, and file management.
Qualifications
- J.D. and admitted to practice in New York (NY Bar)
- 0 – 5 years of litigation experience (Plaintiff personal injury preferred; civil litigation experience considered).
- Courtroom Ready: Experience with, or a strong willingness for, frequent New York court appearances, including conferences, motion practice, and trial.
- Superior Writing: Strong legal writing and editing skills (pleadings, BOPs, discovery demands/responses, and substantive motion papers).
- Tech-Forward: Ability to utilize and implement state-of-the-art AI and automation platforms to maximize efficiency.
- High-Level Organization: Highly organized and deadline-driven; able to manage a high-volume docket of active matters simultaneously.
- Trial Ambition: Trial experience (including trial preparation) is a plus, or a deep willingness to train and learn to conduct trials.
- Federal Practice: Federal Court admission (EDNY/SDNY) is a plus, or a willingness to obtain admission.
Why Join Us
- Day-One Impact: Hands-on litigation role with real courtroom exposure and meaningful responsibility from day one.
- The Future of Law: Utilize cutting-edge technology, AI platforms, and automation to secure your professional value in an evolving legal landscape.
- Elite Mentorship: Direct, "in-the-trenches" mentorship from experienced New York litigators in a firm focused on aggressive preparation and client advocacy.
- Clear Trial Path: A defined growth path toward lead trial work through motion practice, settlement strategy, and trial preparation across Long Island and NYC courts.
- Established Legacy: Be part of a stable, reputable practice with a 24-year history of success and a steady caseload of serious, high-value personal injury matters.
Location: Jericho, NY (Long Island) | Full-Time, On-Site
Compensation
Total Compensation: $100,000–$350,000 (Base salary performance-based litigation bonuses), commensurate with experience
How to Apply
Email your résumé to with the subject line: Litigation Associate – [Your Name].
Pay: $100,000.00 - $350,000.00 per year
Work Location: In person
Salary : $100,000 - $350,000