Associate Attorney

Hall Booth Smith, P.C. (HBS) is seeking an Associate Attorney to join its expanding civil litigation practice group in Buffalo, New York. This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing office and work alongside experienced litigators on complex and challenging matters. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to develop litigation skills, contribute to case strategy and development, interact directly with clients, and play an important role in growing and strengthening firm relationships.
Responsibilities:

Collaborate with partners, associates, and other team members in building and executing successful defense strategies
Conduct legal research, draft pleadings, prepare legal documents, and prepare and respond to discovery
Represent and defend clients at hearings, trials, mediations, and depositions
Effectively communicate with clients, demonstrating superior communication skills, and provide comprehensive legal advice and case updates

Qualifications:

3–5 years of experience in insurance defense litigation
Medical malpractice and/or long-term care experience is preferred, but not required; transferrable litigation experience is welcome
Active membership in good standing with the New York State Bar
Strong written and oral communication skills
Excellent analytical, organizational, and case-management abilities
A demonstrated interest in developing as a litigation attorney and working collaboratively within a growing team

Compensation:
Salary ranges from $135,000–$160,000, commensurate with experience, plus two bonus structures, and a comprehensive benefits package

Benefits
HBS offers eligible employees a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage along with retirement savings plans and disability insurance options. We also offer an Employee Assistance Program to aid with work-life balance and related concerns as well as flexible time off plans encompassing Paid Time Off (PTO), paid parental leave, paid holidays, and multiple other options to help work with employee schedules as needed.
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