Associate Attorney

W3Global; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 110,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision health package

401(k)

Paid time off

Professional development

Job summary

W3Global seeks an Associate Attorney in Buffalo, NY, with 3–5 years of civil defense litigation experience. The role requires strong legal research, writing, and independent case management while collaborating with a team of senior attorneys.

The candidate should hold a J.D. from an accredited law school and be licensed to practice in New York. Excellent communication and organizational skills are essential for success in this civil defense practice.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school and licensed to practice in NY.
• 3–5 years of experience in civil defense litigation.
• Strong understanding of NYS and Federal civil procedure.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to handle a litigation caseload independently.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of civil defense litigation matters from inception to resolution.
• Draft pleadings, motions, discovery, and legal memoranda.
• Conduct depositions, court appearances, mediations, and trials.
• Perform legal research and provide strategic legal analysis.
• Communicate effectively with clients, opposing counsel, and court personnel.
• Collaborate with senior attorneys and support staff to ensure high-quality case management.

Skills

Legal research

Legal writing

Communication skills

Case management

Attention to detail

Education

J.D. from an accredited law school

Licensed to practice law in New York

Tools

Case management software

e-discovery platforms

Job description

Job Title: Associate Attorney - Insurance Defense

Location: Buffalo, NY

Job Type: Full-Time

About The Position

Our client, a reputable civil defense litigation firm based in Buffalo, New York, is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Associate Attorney with 3 to 5 years of relevant experience. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in civil litigation defense, excellent legal research and writing skills, and the ability to handle cases independently while working collaboratively within a team environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of civil defense litigation matters from inception to resolution.
• Draft pleadings, motions, discovery, and legal memoranda.
• Conduct depositions, court appearances, mediations, and trials.
• Perform legal research and provide strategic legal analysis.
• Communicate effectively with clients, opposing counsel, and court personnel.
• Collaborate with senior attorneys and support staff to ensure high-quality case management.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school and licensed to practice law in New York State.
• 3-5 years of experience in civil defense litigation.
• Strong understanding of New York State and Federal civil procedure.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proven ability to handle a litigation caseload independently.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

Preferred Experience

• Experience in areas such as general liability, professional liability, construction litigation, or insurance defense.
• Familiarity with case management software and e-discovery platforms.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
• Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, 401(k), and paid time off.
• Professional development and advancement opportunities.