Senior Litigation Attorney

A law firm seeks an experienced Litigation Attorney to join its expanding team in East Aurora, NY. This position offers an opportunity to manage diverse litigation matters in a collaborative environment, covering areas such as commercial, employment, civil rights, personal injury, product liability, and construction litigation. This role is ideal for a motivated attorney who is seeking a long-term career path with ownership potential and has a desire to bring a partial book of business.

Duties:

• Handle a range of litigation cases from initial assessment through trial, including commercial, employment, civil rights, personal injury, product liability, and construction-related disputes.
• Oversee case management, maintain detailed files, and coordinate litigation strategies in alignment with client goals.
• Conduct and defend depositions to gather critical case information and shape case strategy.
• Draft, file, and argue motions in state and federal court, preparing compelling oral and written advocacy.
• Work directly with clients, providing strategic advice and updates on case developments.
• Collaborate with team members to foster a collegial and cooperative work environment.
• Take initiative in business development, with potential future ownership opportunities for motivated attorneys.

Requirements:

• Minimum of 6 years of litigation experience in state and federal courts.
• Admission to the New York State Bar.
• Proven expertise in managing litigation files, handling depositions, and engaging in motion practice.
• Interest in pursuing ownership opportunities within the firm is highly desirable.
• Attorneys with a partial book of business are encouraged to apply.

Education:

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

Certifications:

• Active and in good standing with the New York State Bar.

Skills:

• Strong research, writing, and oral advocacy skills for effective courtroom representation and client advisement.
• Ability to work independently and autonomously while also contributing to a team-oriented work culture.
• Excellent organizational and case management skills to handle complex files and meet deadlines.
• Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to build and maintain positive client relationships.
• Strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities for effective litigation strategy development.

Benefits:

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Opportunities for career advancement, including potential ownership prospects.

This law firm provides a wide range of legal services to clients and is one of the oldest white-shoe law firms in the country. The firm's major practice areas include appellate litigation, commercial and business disputes, contingency fee business litigation, labor and employment law, environmental law, litigation and dispute resolution, and personal injury. The firm's main office is located in Buffalo, New York.