A respected and growing civil litigation law firm is seeking a
Civil Litigation Attorney to join their team in Buffalo, New York. This attorney will handle insurance defense matters and work closely with experienced litigators in a collaborative environment. The firm offers meaningful autonomy, strong mentorship, long-term growth potential, and a clear path to increased responsibility for attorneys looking to build a lasting career.
What You'll Do as the Civil Litigation Attorney:- Manage a caseload of civil litigation and insurance defense matters from inception through resolution
- Handle pleadings, motions, discovery, depositions, mediations, and court appearances
- Develop case strategy and provide thoughtful legal analysis
- Maintain strong client relationships and deliver responsive communication
- Collaborate with partners and fellow attorneys on complex litigation matters
- Participate in business development and client-facing opportunities as experience allows
- Meet billable hour expectations while maintaining high-quality legal work
Must-Haves as the Civil Litigation Attorney:- Licensed attorney in New York State or ability to obtain admission
- 2+ years of experience handling civil litigation matters
- Insurance defense experience
- Ability to independently manage files and move cases forward with minimal supervision
- Strong writing, research, negotiation, and courtroom skills
- Excellent organizational and communication abilities
Nice-to-Haves as the Civil Litigation Attorney:- 5-10+ years of litigation experience
- Municipal law experience
- Experience managing complex personal injury defense matters
- Trial experience
- Portable client relationships or business development interest
- Prior mentoring or leadership experience
This Role Offers:- Base salary generally ranging from $90,000-$150,000, with flexibility for highly qualified candidates
- Quarterly bonus program tied to performance and firm success
- Partnership-track opportunity for the right individual
- Relocation assistance consideration for strong candidates
- 401(k) with 3% employer contribution
- Medical insurance with employer contribution toward premiums
- Dental, vision, life insurance, and short-term disability coverage
- Attorney registration renewal fees paid
- Local bar association dues paid
- Collaborative, team-oriented culture with hands-on mentorship
- Significant long-term growth opportunities within an expanding firm
