Job Title: Summer Associate

Job Location: Buffalo, NY

Description: Summer Associates will assist attorneys in the day-to-day handling of cases with either one specific practice group or with numerous practice groups within the firm.

Kaufman Borgeest & Ryan LLP is a leading general liability defense firm with 130+ lawyers and nine offices in California, New York, New Jersey and Connecticut. The firm is well respected for its expertise at all levels of litigation from inception through trial and appeals. Known for an enriching, collegial workplace, the firm offers true opportunities for professional growth and advancement.

Responsibilities

• Work collaboratively with attorneys to develop strategy for the defense of actions

• Assist in drafting of pleadings, discovery, memos, briefs and other legal correspondence and litigation documents

• Shadow an attorney in depositions, conferences, hearings and all other aspects of the defense of a case

• Conduct legal and medical research and analysis

• Assist with the drafting of motions

Skills and Abilities Required

• Strong legal research, writing and verbal communication skills;

• Ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects;

• Excellent organizational and time management skills;

Salary

• $65,000 per year, pro-rated, for 1L students

• $70,000 per year, pro-rated, for 2L students