Associate Attorney (General Liability)

Cohen Cunningham; Town of Amherst (NY); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

401(k)

Job summary

Cohen Cunningham DeRose Higgins Lyon LLP in Buffalo, NY seeks a full-time Associate Attorney (General Liability) with at least three years of experience handling the full lifecycle of civil litigation, including discovery, depositions, motion practice, and trial preparation.

The ideal candidate has strong writing and analytical skills, admission to the New York Bar, and is comfortable with flexible remote work options.

Qualifications

• Three+ years of experience managing the full lifecycle of litigation matters, including discovery, depositions, motion practice, and mediation/arbitration/trial preparation.
• Strong writing and analytical skills with sound judgment.
• Experience in civil litigation; professional liability is a plus but not required.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full lifecycle of civil litigation matters, including discovery, depositions, motions, and trial preparation.
• Prepare for mediation, arbitration, and trial.
• Collaborate with team to develop case strategy and maintain client communication.

Skills

Civil litigation

Writing

Analytical skills

Job description

Associate Attorney (General Liability) (Buffalo, NY)

Cohen Cunningham DeRose Higgins Lyon LLP was founded on a shared vision: to build the kind of law firm we always knew was possible - one rooted in excellence, integrity, and mutual respect. This foundation will continue to strengthen as we grow with careful intent to preserve our core values that make us who we are.We bring deep expertise, a collaborative culture, and an unwavering belief that high performance and human connection can (and should) coexist.

At Cohen Cunningham, Inspired Advocacy isn’t just a tagline - it’s who we are. We’re building a firm where talent, integrity, and humanity matter in equal measure. We’re looking for people who are not only excellent at what they do, but who thrive in a collaborative, ego-free environment where curiosity, humility, and humor are valued. We provide competitive compensation and benefits. We offer Community. Mentorship. Growth. A place where your contributions matter and diverse perspectives make us all stronger. We take the practice of law seriously. Ourselves? Not so much.

We’re seeking a full-time General Liability Associate to join our Buffalo, New York team. Candidates should have at least three years of experience managing the full life cycle of litigation matters, including discovery, depositions, motion practice, and preparation for mediation, arbitration, and trial. Actual trial experience is not required. The ideal candidate has strong writing and analytical skills, exercises sound judgment, and brings experience in civil litigation. Experience with professional liability matters is a plus but not required. Admission to the New York Bar is required. We have offices throughout the state and offer flexible remote work options.

The annualized salary range for this position is $120,000 to $160,000. Actual compensation will be determined based on experience, qualifications, and other job-related factors permitted by law. This position includes a comprehensive benefits package, which features health and dental insurance, a 401(k) plan, and additional offerings designed to support overall well-being.

Cohen Cunningham DeRose Higgins Lyon LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer. For the benefit of our clients, team and Firm, Cohen Cunningham is dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected. Our Firm’s policy is to recruit, employ, train, compensate, and promote individuals without regard to race, religion, creed, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, military or veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other category protected by applicable law. If you require assistance or accommodations to participate in the application or interview process, please contact the recruiting representative listed for the relevant position or location, and we will gladly work with you to meet your needs.

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