Civil Litigation Associate

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  • Buffalo, NY
    1 day ago

    Job Description

    Job Description

    Job Description
    Join an elite team as a Civil Litigation Associate architecting trial victories and gaining immediate first-chair experience in a legacy firm.
     
    Civil Litigation Associate Benefits
    — Starting Salary targeting $105K–$150K
    — Production-based bonus structure with six-figure upside potential tied to fee credits—not just hours
    — Generational partnership track with clear path to equity
    — Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage
    — 6% 401k retirement savings plan
    — PTO and professional development allowances
    — High-variety caseload: 75% insurance defense and 25% plaintiff-side
    — Collaborative, trial-focused culture with no namesake bottlenecks
    — $1,500 opt-out stipend if using a spouse's health plan
     
    Civil Litigation Associate Qualifications
    — Proficiency in the full litigation lifecycle, including drafting substantive motions (MSJs/MTDs), taking and defending expert and party depositions, and appearing in court for first or second-chair trial proceedings or evidentiary hearings.
    — Strong legal writing skills with experience in substantive motion practice.
    — Admitted and active member of the New York State Bar.

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationBuffalo, NY

    Skills

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