A law firm in Buffalo, NY, is actively seeking an experienced Business Litigation Associate Attorney with a minimum of 3 years of commercial litigation experience. The ideal candidate should be adept at handling depositions, motion practice, court appearances, and managing electronic discovery. Strong written and verbal communication skills, along with a robust academic record, are essential for this role.

Duties:

• Manage and handle commercial litigation cases, including depositions, motion practice, court appearances, and electronic discovery.
• Conduct legal research, draft legal documents, and provide strategic advice to clients.
• Collaborate with legal teams to develop and implement effective legal strategies.
• Maintain clear and responsive communication with clients.
• Ensure compliance with legal procedures and deadlines.

Requirements:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in commercial litigation.
• Admitted to practice law in New York or eligible for reciprocity.

Skills:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to handle a diverse range of commercial litigation matters.
• Effective time management and organizational skills.

Benefits Offered:

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• Long-term disability coverage.
• Flexible spending accounts.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Paid Time Off (PTO).
• Pension plan.

This is one of the nation's oldest law firms that has a tradition of excellence and a commitment to the highest ethical standards. Their mission is to provide value to their clients through high-quality work, outstanding service, and attention to individual needs. The firm offers competitive salaries and practices in all major areas of the law, including litigation, business and banking, labor and employment, trusts and estates, and tax. There is a very friendly environment at this firm, for they aim to hire the same types of people whom they would choose to invite out for a cup of coffee or a glass of beer. Attorneys at this firm are well balanced and have passionate interests in politics, theater, and sports. They are the types of people who care about their communities and participate in them, and care about their families and friends and spend time with them. This firms success is greatly due to the types of people employed at this firm, for attorneys here have strong identities as people and realize that they cannot only to be defined by their legal practice. Their excellent record of pro bono work and community involvement is further evidence of their commitment to diversity, equality and justice, both in the workplace and in the communities where they live.