Litigation Attorney

Buffalo Biodiesel; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 140,000 - 175,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary: $140,000–$175,000 per year

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Life insurance

401(k) + matching

Paid Time Off

Growth Opportunities

Job summary

Buffalo Biodiesel seeks a Litigation Attorney to join our growing legal team in Buffalo, NY. The role handles sophisticated civil litigation matters across state and federal courts, requiring strong research, writing, and advocacy skills.

You will manage dockets, draft pleadings, coordinate e-discovery, take depositions, and advise leadership on risk and strategy. Onsite work 8:00am–5:00pm at 17 Court Street, Buffalo. 4–7 years of experience, J.D., and exposure to antitrust law are highly valued.

Qualifications

• 4–7 years of civil litigation experience.
• J.D. from an accredited law school and admission to practice in at least one U.S. jurisdiction.
• Strong legal research, writing, and oral advocacy skills.
• Experience handling matters in federal court strongly preferred.
• Familiarity with commercial litigation and business disputes.
• Experience with or exposure to antitrust law is highly desirable.
• Working knowledge of electronic discovery (e-discovery).

Responsibilities

• Manage litigation matters from inception through trial and appeal.
• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, discovery requests, and other court filings.
• Conduct legal research and prepare strategic analyses.
• Coordinate and oversee e-discovery, document collection, and production.
• Take and defend depositions and prepare witnesses.
• Advise company leadership on litigation strategy, risk assessment, and legal developments.
• Assist with internal investigations and preservation of evidence.
• Support the company's continued growth through proactive legal counseling and enforcement of its contractual and business rights.

Skills

Legal research

Legal writing

Oral advocacy

Civil litigation

Education

J.D.

Tools

e-discovery platforms

Job description

Buffalo Biodiesel is in growth mode and currently seeking a Litigation Attorney to join our fast-growing team! Buffalo Biodiesel is a rapidly expanding renewable energy company dedicated to promoting a cleaner, greener future. Through the collection and recycling of used cooking oil, we help businesses reduce waste while producing sustainable, environmentally responsible fuel solutions. As our operations continue to grow across multiple states, we are expanding our legal department to support our dynamic legal department.

We are seeking a motivated Litigation Attorney with 4–6 years of civil litigation experience who is eager to take ownership of sophisticated, high-impact matters in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment. Our litigation portfolio includes commercial disputes, contract enforcement, business torts, unfair competition, and other complex civil matters. Buffalo Biodiesel is involved in both state and federal litigation.

Responsibilities:

• Manage litigation matters from inception through trial and appeal.
• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, discovery requests, and other court filings.
• Conduct legal research and prepare strategic analyses.
• Coordinate and oversee e-discovery, document collection, and production.
• Take and defend depositions and prepare witnesses.
• Advise company leadership on litigation strategy, risk assessment, and legal developments.
• Assist with internal investigations and preservation of evidence.
• Support the company's continued growth through proactive legal counseling and enforcement of its contractual and business rights.

Qualifications:

• J.D. from an accredited law school and admission to practice in at least one U.S. jurisdiction.
• 4–7 years of civil litigation experience.
• Strong legal research, writing, and oral advocacy skills.
• Experience handling matters in federal court strongly preferred.
• Familiarity with commercial litigation and business disputes.
• Experience with or exposure to antitrust law is highly desirable.
• Working knowledge of electronic discovery (e-discovery), including document review platforms, preservation obligations, and discovery strategy.
• Ability to independently manage a litigation docket while collaborating effectively with attorneys, executives, and business personnel.
• Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail.

This role requires onsite work from 8:00am to 5:00pm. Our offices are located at 17 Court Street, Buffalo, NY 14202.

Benefits:

• Salary: $140,000 to $175,000 per year depending on experience
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Life insurance
• 401(k) + matching
• Paid Time Off
• Growth Opportunities

Who We Are:

Buffalo Biodiesel Inc. has been in business since 2005. We are a growing company that collects and recycles used cooking oil. With over 20 years in business, we collect, and process used cooking oil to produce Biodiesel, a carbon reducing alternative fuel to Hydrocarbons. We operate in 15 States with service to over 27,000 locations and growing. Buffalo Biodiesel Inc. is subject to and complies with the Federal Drug-Free Workplace Act.

Job Type: Full-time

Ability to Commute:

• Buffalo, NY 14202 (Required)

Work Location: In person