Associate Attorney

Job Description

Job Description

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* Job Title:
** General Litigation Attorney
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* Location:
** Buffalo, NY (with potential opportunity to sit in Rochester, NY)
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* Employment Type:
** Full-Time
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* Salary Range:
** Approximately $75,000–$100,000 annually, dependent on experience
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* Billable Requirement:
** 1,850 hours annually

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* About the Role
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A well-established defense litigation firm is seeking a motivated General Litigation Attorney with at least 3 years of litigation experience to join its growing team in Buffalo, with the option for placement in Rochester. This position offers the opportunity to handle a diverse caseload, develop trial experience, and build a long-term practice within a collaborative, professional environment.

This role is ideal for attorneys with experience in defense-side litigation who are looking to expand their skillset, grow a book of business, and advance within a firm that supports professional development and client engagement.

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* Practice Areas May Include
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• Motor vehicle liability defense
• Slip and fall / premises liability
• Labor law / construction litigation
• Medical malpractice defense
• General liability and civil litigation matters

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* Key Responsibilities
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• Manage a litigation caseload from inception through resolution
• Draft pleadings, motions, discovery demands and responses, and legal correspondence
• Conduct depositions, court appearances, and mediations
• Develop litigation strategy in collaboration with senior attorneys and partners
• Communicate regularly with clients, carriers, and opposing counsel
• Maintain accurate time records and meet the 1,850 annual billable hour requirement
• Participate in business development efforts and referral relationship building

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* Growth & Business Development Support
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• Dedicated in-house Director of Marketing to support attorneys in developing and growing their own books of business
• Opportunities to generate referrals and expand client relationships
• Bonuses tied to billable performance, cash receipts, and referrals
• Annual performance reviews with opportunities for salary increases and advancement

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* Qualifications
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* Required:**

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school
• Licensed and in good standing to practice in New York (or ability to obtain admission)
• Minimum of 3 years of litigation experience
• Experience handling matters such as motor vehicle cases, premises liability, labor law, medical malpractice, or similar defense work
• Strong legal writing, analytical, and advocacy skills
• Ability to manage deadlines and multiple active matters

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* Preferred:**

• Defense-side litigation experience
• Deposition and courtroom experience
• Interest in business development and client relationship building

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* Compensation & Benefits
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• Salary range of approximately $75000–$100,000, depending on experience
• Full benefits package including medical coverage
• 401(k) with employer match
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Annual reviews with potential for raises and performance-based bonuses
• Bonus structure based on billable hours, cash receipts, and referrals

This is an excellent opportunity for an attorney seeking strong mentorship, meaningful litigation experience, and a path to long-term growth within a respected defense practice.

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* Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE)**