Attorney-First or Second Litigation Associate

Goldberg Segalla LLP, a dynamic and rapidly growing national law firm, is seeking a First or Second Year Associate to join our litigation practice in Buffalo. Ideal candidates will have taken the July 2025 bar exam and be admitted to practice in New York. Candidates who have completed a judicial clerkship will also be considered.

Goldberg Segalla is a national civil litigation firm with 500+ attorneys across 23 offices, offering the resources of a major firm with the collaboration, mentorship, and work–life balance of a close knit team. Associates gain meaningful, hands‑on experience early in their careers, working alongside skilled litigators trusted by Fortune 100 and 500 companies and major brands across industries including retail, hospitality, transportation, insurance, and construction.

Our Civil Litigation and Trial and Retail & Hospitality practice groups are nationally recognized for trial excellence, creative litigation strategies, and a client‑focused approach. With a flexible partnership track, deep mentorship support, and a culture rooted in teamwork and inclusion, Goldberg Segalla provides junior litigators with the foundation to develop strong advocacy skills and build a rewarding long‑term career.

• Early litigation experience on substantive, high impact matters
• Exposure to major national and global clients
• Supportive, collaborative culture focused on associate development
• Structured training and mentorship programs
• Broad, diverse litigation experience across multiple practice areas
• Nationally recognized for excellence, diversity, and attorney satisfaction
• Advancement based on merit—not seniority

If you're looking to grow as a litigator within a highly respected, people‑centered firm that values collaboration and professional development, we invite you to apply and join Team GS.

The annualized salary for an admitted attorney for this position is $85,000-$100,000. Actual pay may be adjusted based on experience and other job‑related factors permitted by law. This position also offers bonuses and a full benefits package. Our benefits package includes, but is not limited to, health insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, a 401(k) plan, flexible spending, and more. Goldberg Segalla isn’t merely a business—we’re a community.

We value the diversity of our team and strive to create a collaborative and enjoyable culture for everyone, where leadership is rewarded, and efficiency, mutual respect, and working together for the common good are traits we all embody.

Department:
Attorney
This is a full time position