Litigation Associate Attorney

Dauntless Discovery; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 125,000 - 149,000; Full time

Job summary

Dauntless Discovery seeks an attorney with 3–6 years of commercial litigation experience for a regional firm with national reach in Buffalo, NY. The ideal candidate will draft and argue motions, respond to discovery, manage document production, and take depositions. municipal/state court experience is preferred, with strong academics and writing skills emphasized.

The firm offers a balanced workload, a progressive bonus structure, and a reputation for excellence across Chambers rankings.

Qualifications

• 3–6 years of commercial litigation experience required.
• Experience drafting and arguing motions, drafting and responding to discovery.
• Ability to handle depositions, document production and related duties.

Responsibilities

• Litigate commercial disputes in state and municipal courts as part of a regional firm with national presence.
• Draft pleadings, motions, and appellate issues as needed; manage discovery and production schedules.
• Represent clients on depositions and hearings, ensuring timely and accurate filing and response.

Skills

Draft motions

Argue motions

Respond to discovery

Deposition handling

Document production

Municipal/state litigation

Education

J.D. or equivalent

Job description

Our client, a well-known regional law firm with a national presence is seeking an attorney with at least three to six years of commercial litigation experience. Qualified candidates must have experience drafting and arguing motions, drafting and responding to discovery, handling document production, and taking depositions. Experience with municipal work and state court litigation preferred. Strong academic background, exceptional analytical skills and excellent writing skills are required.

This is a client focused firm with a highly regarded litigation practice and an excellent reputation including numerous Chambers rankings.

The estimated annual base salary range for this position is $125,000 – $149,000. Actual base salary will be based upon criteria such as experience, qualifications and skill level.

The firm offers a work/life balance and a progressive bonus structure.

Equal Employment Opportunity
Dauntless Discovery is committed to equal employment opportunity. It is our policy to refer individuals based on merit and qualifications without any regard to race, creed, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status or any other illegal consideration.