Commercial Litigation Associate — Growth & Hybrid Work

Jobot; Buffalo (NY); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus 10-25%

Health insurance

401K match

Hybrid schedule

PTO / paid time off

Professional development & CLEs

Bar dues

Job summary

Jobot seeks an experienced Commercial Litigation Associate in Buffalo to handle a range of matters, including IP, civil litigation, trade secrets, and governance. The role offers a strong base salary, a 10–25% bonus, and opportunities for growth in a collaborative, tech-forward firm.

The successful candidate will join a fast-paced team with mentorship, flexible work arrangements, and a clear path to partnership, all supported by robust resources and a commitment to work-life balance.

Qualifications

• JD degree from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the New York Bar required.
• Minimum of 1 year in commercial litigation.

Responsibilities

• Manage a diverse portfolio of commercial litigation matters.
• Represent clients in court hearings and depositions.
• Draft and negotiate pleadings, motions, and discovery responses.
• Perform thorough legal research to support strategy.
• Collaborate with attorneys, paralegals, and staff for case management.
• Provide client advice on commercial litigation issues.
• Build strong client relationships and maintain professional standards.
• Stay updated on developments in commercial litigation.

Skills

Litigation

Legal research

Client communication

IP law

Corporate governance

Team collaboration

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

Jobot seeks an experienced Commercial Litigation Associate in Buffalo to handle a range of matters, including IP, civil litigation, trade secrets, and governance. The role offers a strong base salary, a 10–25% bonus, and opportunities for growth in a collaborative, tech-forward firm.

The successful candidate will join a fast-paced team with mentorship, flexible work arrangements, and a clear path to partnership, all supported by robust resources and a commitment to work-life balance.