Medical Malpractice Associate Attorney- Buffalo, NY

Wilson Elser is a leading defense litigation law firm with more than 1300 attorneys in 43 offices throughout the United States. Founded in 1978, we rank among the top 100 law firms identified by The American Lawyer and 36 in the National Law Journal’s survey of the nation’s largest law firms. We’re also Mansfield Certified Plus.

Our firm is committed to attracting and retaining professionals who value each other and the service we provide by embracing Teamwork, Collaboration, Client Service, and Innovation. If you are a motivated professional looking for a long-term fit where you can grow in a role, and will be valued and empowered, then we invite you to apply to our Medical Malpractice Associate Attorney position based in Buffalo, NY (reporting to our White Plains, NY Office).

The Position

This is an excellent opportunity for a medical malpractice attorney to continue developing in their career by joining a team within a large, national firm. This remote position is based in Buffalo, NY, supporting our White Plains, NY office alongside other Upstate attorneys.

Key Responsibilities:

• Independently manage a caseload involving medical malpractice claims
• Work closely with other attorneys, team members, and Partners on legal projects
• Regularly handle court appearances and depositions
• Communicate with clients and provide status reports
• Opportunity to handle significant caseload of COVID lawsuits

Qualifications

• JD from an accredited law school
• Must be admitted to practice in New York
• 2+ years of defense litigation experience
• Experience in Medical Malpractice, Long-Term Care, or General Liability preferred
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Legal project management experience is helpful

Why Should You ?

• Flexibility: Hybrid work arrangements to support work-life blend
• Benefits: Outstanding benefits package, including 401k match and generous PTO plan
• Career Growth: Ample opportunities for professional development and advancement
• Employee Perks: Access to corporate discount plans and other benefits

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