Associate (Litigation)

Protouch Staffing; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Protouch Staffing seeks an associate attorney with 8+ years of litigation experience to handle complex defense matters across various practice areas in New York. The role requires strong legal research, writing, case strategy, and analytical skills, with the ability to manage cases independently and collaborate with a team.

Responsibilities include handling all phases of NY defense litigation, drafting discovery requests and responses, preparing motions, and maintaining detailed time records.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of litigation experience, preferably in a law firm setting.
• Experience in defense litigation with exposure to diverse practice areas.
• Strong legal writing, research, and analytical abilities.

Responsibilities

• Handle all phases of New York defense litigation, including discovery, motion practice, and trial preparation.
• Draft and respond to discovery demands and objections, ensuring timely compliance.
• Draft court correspondence regarding discovery conferences and proceedings.
• Prepare motions to compel and supporting papers as needed.
• Draft and respond to motions for summary judgment.
• Conduct legal research and prepare comprehensive reports and analyses.
• Participate in court conferences, depositions, hearings, and trial proceedings.
• Manage case strategy and deadlines per client and carrier guidelines.
• Maintain accurate time records and billing entries.

Skills

Litigation experience

Legal writing

Analytical skills

Case management

Research

Team collaboration

Job description

Summary

Seeking an associate attorney with 8+ years of litigation experience to handle complex defense litigation matters across various practice areas. The ideal candidate will have strong legal research, writing, case strategy, and analytical skills, with the ability to manage cases independently and collaborate effectively with a team.

• Handle all phases of New York defense litigation, including discovery, motion practice, and trial preparation.
• Draft and respond to discovery demands and objections, and follow up with opposing counsel to ensure timely compliance.
• Draft correspondence to the court regarding discovery conferences and related proceedings.
• Prepare motions to compel and supporting papers as needed.
• Draft and respond to motions for summary judgment.
• Conduct legal research and prepare comprehensive reports and legal analyses.
• Participate in court conferences, depositions, hearings, and trial proceedings as appropriate.
• Manage case strategy and deadlines while ensuring compliance with client and carrier guidelines.
• Maintain accurate time records and billing entries.

Title

Associate Attorney (Litigation)

Summary

Seeking an associate attorney with 8+ years of litigation experience to handle complex defense litigation matters across various practice areas. The ideal candidate will have strong legal research, writing, case strategy, and analytical skills, with the ability to manage cases independently and collaborate effectively with a team.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Handle all phases of New York defense litigation, including discovery, motion practice, and trial preparation.
• Draft and respond to discovery demands and objections, and follow up with opposing counsel to ensure timely compliance.
• Draft correspondence to the court regarding discovery conferences and related proceedings.
• Prepare motions to compel and supporting papers as needed.
• Draft and respond to motions for summary judgment.
• Conduct legal research and prepare comprehensive reports and legal analyses.
• Participate in court conferences, depositions, hearings, and trial proceedings as appropriate.
• Manage case strategy and deadlines while ensuring compliance with client and carrier guidelines.
• Maintain accurate time records and billing entries.

Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills And Abilities)

• 8+ years of litigation experience, preferably in a law firm setting.
• Experience in defense litigation, ideally involving one or more of the following areas:
  • Insurance defense
  • Municipal liability
  • Trucking
  • Product liability
  • Professional liability
  • Premises liability
  • Labor law
  • Motor vehicle accidents
  • General liability
  • Insurance coverage
• Admission to practice in New York is required.
• Strong legal writing, research, and analytical skills.
• Strong communication skills, professionalism, and a demonstrated work ethic.
• Ability to manage multiple matters and consistently meet deadlines.
• Willingness to handle matters across different regions, including Western New York and downstate New York, is a plus.
• Trial experience is a plus.

The firm embraces an innovative legal services model focused on exceptional client service, technology, creativity, efficiency, and delivering value. Its approach emphasizes teamwork, continuous process improvement, alternative service models, and cutting-edge technology. The firm values diverse perspectives and brings together individuals from varied socioeconomic, cultural, geographic, and educational backgrounds.

Our Values

• Put people first and communicate openly.
• Share goals, success, and accountability, avoiding individual agendas.
• Treat everyone with respect and humility.
• Maximize opportunities, embrace change, and maintain a positive, solution-oriented approach.
• Encourage creativity, growth, and individuality.
• Foster collaboration and a strong sense of community.

Professional Growth & Career Development

The firm prioritizes professional development through ongoing learning opportunities, mentorship, and support for individual career goals. Attorneys are encouraged to deepen their expertise, expand their skill sets, and take on new responsibilities. The firm also invests in training the next generation of trial lawyers and supports professional growth through a collaborative environment.

Compensation And Benefits

• Comprehensive health insurance.
• Life insurance.
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan with a generous vested employer match.
• Flexible work options.
• Paid time off.

Experienced litigation associate opportunity focused on New York defense litigation, complex case management, discovery, motion practice, and trial preparation, requiring New York Bar admission and 8+ years of litigation experience.