Litigation Attorney

Jobot; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401K

Job summary

Jobot in Buffalo, NY is seeking a Litigation Attorney with 5+ years of experience to manage complex civil matters including medical negligence, professional liability, and healthcare disputes. This permanent, on-site role offers the chance to shape case strategy and advocate through all phases of litigation.

You will draft pleadings, conduct depositions, review medical records and expert reports, and collaborate with clients, insurers, and co-counsel.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school and active bar membership in good standing in the applicable jurisdiction.
• 5+ years of experience as an Associate Attorney, Litigation Attorney, or in an equivalent litigation role.
• Demonstrated experience in medical negligence, professional liability, insurance defense, healthcare litigation, or closely related civil litigation.
• Strong command of litigation procedures, including pleadings, discovery, depositions, motion practice, and trial preparation.
• Experience conducting and defending depositions, evaluating expert testimony, and developing effective case strategies.
• Excellent legal research and legal writing skills, with the ability to produce precise, persuasive work.
• Strong oral advocacy, negotiation, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple matters independently while collaborating effectively with a litigation team.

Responsibilities

• Manage a diverse caseload of civil litigation matters, with emphasis on medical negligence, professional liability, insurance defense, and healthcare disputes.
• Develop and execute litigation strategies aligned with client objectives, case merits, and potential exposure.
• Draft and review pleadings, discovery requests and responses, motions, briefs, and other litigation documents.
• Conduct and defend depositions of parties, fact witnesses, healthcare providers, and expert witnesses.
• Perform thorough legal research and translate complex legal and factual issues into clear, actionable recommendations.
• Analyze medical records, expert opinions, insurance policies, and other evidence relevant to liability, causation, and damages.
• Represent clients in hearings, mediations, settlement negotiations, pretrial proceedings, and trials.
• Collaborate with clients, insurers, experts, co-counsel, and litigation support professionals to prepare compelling cases.
• Provide timely updates on case developments, litigation budgets, risk assessments, and resolution strategies.
• Maintain accurate case files, meet court deadlines, and uphold professional ethics and confidentiality.

Skills

Oral advocacy

Legal research

Legal writing

Negotiation

Case management

Education

Juris Doctor

Job description

Litigation Attorney

$80000 - $110000 per year | Buffalo, NY | On-site | Permanent

A bit about us:

Take your litigation career to the next level with a permanent opportunity handling complex, high-stakes disputes in the legal industry. We are seeking an accomplished attorney with 5+ years of experience to manage matters involving medical negligence, professional liability, insurance defense, and healthcare litigation.

This role offers the opportunity to shape case strategy, work closely with clients and experts, and advocate through every phase of civil litigation—from initial investigation through trial. The ideal candidate brings sharp analytical judgment, persuasive advocacy, and a proactive approach to resolving challenging legal issues.

Why join us?

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• 401K

Job Details

Responsibilities

• Manage a diverse caseload of civil litigation matters, with an emphasis on medical negligence, professional liability, insurance defense, and healthcare disputes.
• Develop and execute litigation strategies aligned with client objectives, case merits, and potential exposure.
• Draft and review pleadings, discovery requests and responses, motions, briefs, and other litigation documents.
• Conduct and defend depositions of parties, fact witnesses, healthcare providers, and expert witnesses.
• Perform thorough legal research and translate complex legal and factual issues into clear, actionable recommendations.
• Analyze medical records, expert opinions, insurance policies, and other evidence relevant to liability, causation, and damages.
• Represent clients in hearings, mediations, settlement negotiations, pretrial proceedings, and trials.
• Collaborate with clients, insurers, experts, co-counsel, and litigation support professionals to prepare compelling cases.
• Provide timely updates on case developments, litigation budgets, risk assessments, and resolution strategies.
• Maintain accurate case files, meet court deadlines, and uphold professional ethics and confidentiality.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school and active bar membership in good standing in the applicable jurisdiction.
• 5+ years of experience as an Associate Attorney, Litigation Attorney, or in an equivalent litigation role.
• Demonstrated experience in medical negligence, professional liability, insurance defense, healthcare litigation, or closely related civil litigation.
• Strong command of litigation procedures, including pleadings, discovery, depositions, motion practice, and trial preparation.
• Experience conducting and defending depositions, evaluating expert testimony, and developing effective case strategies.
• Excellent legal research and legal writing skills, with the ability to produce precise, persuasive work.
• Strong oral advocacy, negotiation, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple matters independently while collaborating effectively with a litigation team.
• Sound judgment, exceptional attention to detail, and a commitment to responsive client service.
• Trial experience and familiarity with medical terminology, healthcare operations, and insurance coverage issues are highly valued.

Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.