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Job Title: Junior to Mid-Level Litigation AssociateRole: Associate in Medical MalpracticeLong-Term CareExpertise: 1-4 years of experienceJob Location: Buffalo, NY (hybrid officeremote)Description: Represent healthcare professionals, healthcare facilities and long-term care facilities in malpractice litigationKaufman Borgeest & Ryan LLP is a leading medical malpractice defense firm with 130+ lawyers and nine offices in New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, and California. The firm's medical malpractice group is well respected for its expertise at all levels of litigation from inception through trial and appeals. In addition to serving clients in the states where our offices are located, the firm also acts as national counsel in various high exposure matters. Medical malpractice is one of the cornerstones of the firm's practice. Known for an enriching, collegial workplace, the firm offers true opportunities for professional growth and advancement.This position is for an attorney with 1-4 years' experience to join the Medical MalpracticeLong-Term Care team in our Buffalo NY office, which represents physicians and all other professional healthcare providers, hospitals and other healthcare facilities in all manners of Medical Malpractice litigation. We are looking for a bright, highly motivated and proactive attorney with excellent writing skills - someone with the willingness and capability to act independently and comfortable with client interaction.ResponsibilitiesWork collaboratively with senior litigators to develop litigation strategy for the defense of medical malpractice actions;Draft and review pleadings and discovery, memos, briefs and other legal correspondence and litigation documents;Analysis of medical records;Represent clients in court;Participate in depositions, conferences, hearings and all other aspects of medical malpractice litigation;Interact with medical experts;Conduct legal and medical research and analysis;Draft motions;Work cooperatively with others; andInteract with clients.Education and Experience RequiredAdmission to practice in New York (or pending admission - passed bar);At least 1 year of experience in medical malpracticehealthcare litigation.Skills and Abilities RequiredStrong legal research, writing and verbal communication skills;Ability to interact with clients and command client confidence;Ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects;Excellent organizational and time management skills;Ability to identify and resolve problems quickly.NY Comprehensive Total Rewards PackageKaufman Borgeest & Ryan LLP is proud to offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package. The firm also offers comprehensive health and well-being benefits, personal and professional development, career growth opportunities and a collegial and supportive culture. The anticipated pay range for this role is $90,000 - $110,000, which represents our good faith and reasonable estimate of the starting salary range at the time of posting. In addition, this role is eligible for a discretionary bonus based on performance. The actual offered rate for this position will be determined based on job-related, non-discriminatory factors, including qualifications and experience, geographic location, education, external market data and consideration of internal equity.Submit resume and writing sample to .