What are the responsibilities and job description for the Workers' Compensation Associate Attorney position at Orion Placement?
Why This Is a Great Opportunity
- Join a respected, plaintiff-focused law firm where your work directly impacts injured workers and their families.
- Handle meaningful cases from intake through resolution with significant autonomy and responsibility.
- Be part of a growing team that values collaboration, mentorship, and exceptional client advocacy.
- Work alongside experienced legal professionals committed to achieving outstanding client outcomes.
- Competitive bonus opportunities, comprehensive benefits, and long-term career growth.
Location: On-site in either Bronx, NY or Rockville Centre, NY. Choose the office location that best fits your commute while working with a collaborative and supportive legal team.
Note: Applicants must be admitted to the New York Bar, have 3 years of New York Workers' Compensation experience, and be fluent in both Spanish and English.
About Us
We are a growing plaintiff-side litigation firm dedicated to helping injured individuals secure the compensation and benefits they deserve. Our team is passionate about delivering exceptional client service, building lasting relationships, and achieving outstanding results through skilled advocacy. Confidential Employer.
Job Description
- Manage a Workers' Compensation caseload from initial intake through final resolution.
- Represent clients at hearings, depositions, conferences, and settlement negotiations.
- Provide strategic legal guidance and maintain consistent communication with clients throughout their cases.
- Review and evaluate new case opportunities during the intake process.
- Draft pleadings, motions, legal correspondence, and other case-related documents.
- Ensure compliance with New York Workers' Compensation Board rules, deadlines, and procedures.
- Supervise and mentor paralegals, legal assistants, and support staff.
- Collaborate with attorneys and legal staff to develop effective case strategies and maximize client outcomes.
Qualifications
- J.D. from an accredited law school.
- Active New York Bar license in good standing.
- 3 years of New York Workers' Compensation attorney experience.
- Fluent in both Spanish and English.
- Experience handling hearings, depositions, conferences, and settlement negotiations.
- Strong communication, leadership, organizational, and client relationship skills.
- Ability to independently manage a busy caseload in a fast-paced environment.
Why You Will Love Working Here
You will join a team that genuinely values client advocacy, professional development, and collaboration. We offer meaningful work, experienced colleagues, comprehensive benefits including health insurance, 401(k), and paid time off, along with the opportunity to build a long-term career at a growing plaintiff-focused firm.
JPC-1683
Pay: $200,000.00 - $220,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- Briefly explain which role on your resume best aligns with this position and why. If you have any resume gaps, please briefly explain.
- This role is on site at either the Bronx, NY or Rockville Centre, NY, location. Confirm you are okay with this: Y/N
- In what city/state do you currently reside?
- What base salary range would you need to make a move? Pls keep it aligned with your directly relevant experience, as candidates seeking compensation above their experience level may not be considered.
Experience:
- New York Workers' Compensation attorney: 3 years (Required)
License/Certification:
- NY bar license (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $200,000 - $220,000