Description:

Practice at a firm that respects your experience. Do the work. Be supported.

The Platta Law Firm, PLLC is a well-established plaintiff-side litigation firm in New York City seeking an experienced Workers' Compensation Attorney to join our growing Workers' Compensation Department.

This is a full-time role for an attorney with at least 4 years of NY Workers' Compensation experience who is comfortable managing cases independently and wants to focus on high-quality advocacy within a structured, professional firm environment.

The Role:
  • Handle Workers' Compensation cases from intake through hearing and resolution
  • Appear before the New York Workers' Compensation Board
  • Advise injured workers regarding benefits, medical treatment, and case strategy
  • Draft legal submissions, briefs, and memoranda
  • Prepare cases for hearings and negotiate settlements where appropriate
  • Work closely with senior attorneys and experienced support staff

What We're Looking For:
  • Admitted to practice in New York
  • Minimum 4 years of Workers' Compensation experience
  • Comfortable appearing at WCB hearings independently
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Organized, reliable, and professional in managing a caseload
  • A genuine commitment to representing injured workers

Why This Position

  • Established firm with steady workflow – no need to generate your own cases
  • Experienced support staff handling administrative and case-management tasks
  • Clear structure and expectations with autonomy to practice law effectively
  • Long-term opportunity with a respected plaintiff-side firm
  • Professional environment focused on results, consistency, and client service

This position is well-suited for an attorney who wants to practice Workers' Compensation law at a high level, without distractions, instability, or pressure to self-generate business.

Confidential inquiries welcome.