Litigation Associate Jobs in Buffalo, NY (NOW HIRING)

$100,000 - $120,000 per year | Buffalo, NY | On-site | Permanent

Our Banking & Creditors' Rights team represents local, regional, and national banks, credit unions, lenders, and businesses throughout New York, handling commercial lending disputes, collections, foreclosures, workouts, and bankruptcy matters. We build long-term client relationships through responsive service, sound counsel, and strong courtroom results. You’ll work in a collaborative environment that values mentorship and professional growth, supporting a wide range of clients from startups to established corporations. The firm is tech forward and innovating. Work on a diverse and challenging array of legal matters that expand your experience. Focused on flexible working arrangements, commitment to diversity and inclusion, and a growth‑oriented work environment.

• Competitive base salary ($100,000 - $120,000 base dependent on experience level)
• Bonus package offered - 10-25%
• Medical, dental, & vision insurance
• 401K with a match
• Flexible work‑life balance - hybrid potential after acclimation period and flexibility as needed
• Generous PTO package - mental health days offered
• Professional development opportunities, in‑house CLEs, and firm‑paid bar dues
• Access to advanced legal resources and technology
• Clear growth path

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Permanent Litigation Associate to join our thriving legal team. This is an exceptional opportunity for a seasoned professional with a strong background in bankruptcy, banking, creditors' rights, collections, collections litigation, loan enforcement, referee proceedings, foreclosure litigation, courtroom proceedings, credit union operations, and bank law. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 5+ years of experience in these areas and will be passionate about providing excellent legal service to our clients.

1. Manage a high‑volume litigation caseload on behalf of banks, credit unions, and other financial institution clients
2. Represent clients in litigation involving loan enforcement, creditors' rights, foreclosure, bankruptcy, workouts, evictions, and collections
3. Appear in court regularly (2‑3x/week in person or virtually) for motion arguments, court conferences, foreclosure settlement conferences, eviction hearings, and small claims proceedings
4. Draft legal documents including pleadings, discovery, motions, briefs, contracts, and other legal documents
5. Provide legal advice to clients on matters related to banking, credit union operations, and bank law
6. Develop litigation strategy, negotiate settlements and workout agreements
7. Manage delinquent loans, lines of credit, credit cards, auto loans, foreclosures, and evictions for bank and credit union clients
8. Communicate proactively with clients and collaborate with partners and support staff

1. Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school
2. Must be a member in good standing with the NY state bar
3. 1‑3 years of litigation experience required (experience in bankruptcy, banking, creditors' rights, collections, collections litigation, loan enforcement, referee proceedings, foreclosure litigation, courtroom proceedings, credit union operations, and bank law preferred)
4. Excellent negotiation, advocacy, and problem‑solving skills
5. Strong research and report‑writing skills
6. Ability to manage high‑volume caseloads and work under pressure
7. Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills
8. Proficiency in legal research software and Microsoft Office Suite
9. Detail‑oriented with strong organizational and time‑management skills

If you are a driven, detail‑oriented, and experienced litigation associate who thrives in a fast‑paced environment, we would love to hear from you. This is an excellent opportunity to grow your career and work with a team of professionals who are passionate about what they do. Join us and make a difference in the legal industry!

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.

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