Litigation Attorney

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a talented Litigation Attorney with 3-5 years of experience to join their legal team in Buffalo, NY. The firm provides comprehensive legal services with a strong focus on litigation, representing a wide range of insurers and insureds across diverse claims.

Duties

• Handle all phases of litigation, including case evaluation, discovery, motion practice, and trial preparation.
• Represent clients in court appearances, depositions, and mediations.
• Develop effective litigation strategies and communicate clearly with clients and carriers.
• Draft motions, pleadings, and other legal documents.
• Analyze complex legal and factual issues.
• Independently manage a litigation caseload.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of developments in insurance defense law.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.
• Admitted to the New York State Bar.
• 3-5 years of experience in litigation.
• Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills.
• Exceptional attention to detail and organizational abilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Collaborative attitude and willingness to learn from experienced attorneys.
• Proficiency in legal research tools and technology.

Education

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.

Certifications

• Admitted to the New York State Bar.

Skills

• Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in legal research tools and technology.

Benefits

• Ability to collaborate with seasoned attorneys in a variety of practice groups and focus areas.
• Professional development opportunities, in-house CLEs, and firm-paid bar association membership dues.
• Engaging and inclusive work environment.
• Opportunity to work on diverse and challenging cases.
• Access to cutting-edge legal resources and technology.

Law offices are based in three cities in New York. More than thirty well-established attorneys comprise the legal practice. There are ten practice areas. A few of their practice disciplines include corporate law, commercial finance-real estate and commercial litigation. Practice industries are far-reaching. The firm has received numerous accolades over the years. Attorneys are recipients of top honors as well.