Litigation Associate

Woods Oviatt Gilman LLP•Buffalo, NY

4h•$120,000 - $160,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Our Litigation Department is seeking an experienced associate to join the team. This attorney will handle a broad range of general commercial and business litigation matters, representing companies, fiduciaries, and individuals in state and federal court from initial case evaluation through settlement or trial.

Requirements

JD from an accredited law school and admission to practice law in New York State.
3 to 5 years of experience in commercial litigation.
Strong legal writing, research, and oral advocacy skills, with courtroom or arbitration experience preferred.
Ability to manage a caseload independently while collaborating across practice groups.
A client focused, results oriented approach to dispute resolution.

Nice To Haves

courtroom or arbitration experience preferred

Responsibilities

Represent clients in a broad range of commercial litigation matters, including contract disputes and business tort claims.
Handle real estate, construction, and creditor rights litigation, including bankruptcy matters on both the debtor and creditor side.
Represent clients in corporate and partnership disputes, including business divorce and dissolution matters.
Advise clients on insurance coverage, lender liability, and other business risk disputes.
Manage matters from initial case evaluation through settlement or trial, with direct client contact throughout.