Civil Litigation Associate
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| Hours | Full-time |
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| Location | Buffalo, NY Buffalo, New York open_in_new |
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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.
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Full-time Jobs Part-time Jobs Gig Jobs Posting ID: 1261060905 Posted: 2026-07-21 Job Title: Civil Litigation Associate