Associate Attorney – Workers’ Compensation (New York) in New York, New York at Jones Jones LLC

About Jones Jones LLC

Jones Jones LLC is a leading insurance defense law firm with over 100 years of proven success. We specialize in workers’ compensation defense, no-fault litigation, subrogation, loss transfer, and construction claims. With offices in New York and New Jersey, our firm is built on four pillars: Experience, Innovation, Efficiency, and Excellence. We pride ourselves on delivering strategic, results-driven legal services that help our clients achieve meaningful outcomes. Join a team that values collaboration, mentorship, and high performance.

Position Overview

We are seeking a motivated Associate Attorney to join our Workers’ Compensation team. You’ll represent insurance carriers, third-party administrators, and self-insured employers before the Workers’ Compensation Board, while managing your own caseload and developing litigation strategy.

What You’ll Do

• Attend hearings before the NY Workers’ Compensation Board
• Conduct depositions of IME and treating physicians
• Draft appeals, rebuttals, and summations
• Develop negotiation strategies and settle claims
• Communicate case updates to clients and adjusters
• Prepare witnesses and strategize for favorable outcomes

What We’re Looking For

Required:

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school
• Admission to the New York State Bar
• Experience in NY Workers Compensation law
• 3+ years’ experience in a law firm setting
• Ability to manage cases from start to finish
• Strong writing, communication, and analytical skills

Preferred:

• Knowledge of NY Workers’ Compensation Law
• Experience in workers’ compensation defense

Skills That Matter

• Client service mindset
• Time and case management
• Strong collaboration and communication
• Critical thinking and legal strategy

In Your First 6 Months, You Will:

• Build strong knowledge of NY Workers’ Compensation procedures
• Develop confidence representing clients before the Board
• Manage your own caseload with growing autonomy
• Strengthen relationships with clients and colleagues
• Make a measurable impact on client outcomes

Why Join Us

• Be part of a modern firm reimagining workers’ comp defense
• Work in a supportive, team-driven culture
• Learn from some of the most respected attorneys in the field
• Contribute from day one and grow your legal career

Apply today to join a firm with over a century of success and a future focused on innovation.