General Liability Associate Attorney

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a General Liability Associate Attorney in Miami, Florida. This role involves handling litigation matters, providing sound counsel, and working on challenging cases with talented colleagues nationwide. The position offers a hybrid work arrangement for flexibility.

Duties

• Support a litigation caseload from inception through resolution.
• Draft and argue substantive motions, pleadings, and legal memoranda.
• Conduct and defend depositions of parties, witnesses, and experts.
• Manage all aspects of written discovery.
• Represent clients at court hearings and mediations.
• Develop litigation strategies with senior attorneys and clients.
• Maintain regular communication with clients.
• Collaborate on complex matters involving general liability and related claims.
• Assist with trial preparation and coordination with experts.
• Work closely with attorneys, paralegals, and support staff.

Requirements

• JD from an ABA accredited law school.
• Admitted to practice in the state of Florida.
• 2+ years of defense litigation experience.
• Experience with general liability, premises, transportation, or insurance defense.
• Maritime experience is strongly preferred.
• Experience drafting discovery and pretrial motions.

Education

• JD from an ABA accredited law school.

Certifications

• Admitted to practice in the state of Florida.

Skills

• Superior analytical skills.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Sophisticated technical skills.
• Handling court appearances, depositions, and trial experience a plus.

Benefits

• Meaningful work with experienced attorneys and partners.
• Collaborative culture with mentorship and professional development.
• Opportunities for long-term growth.
• Flexible hybrid work arrangement.
• Comprehensive benefits including PTO, 401(k) match, and medical coverage.
• Access to corporate discount programs and employee benefits.

The Miami office of this national law firm specializes in defending various forms of liability claims, providing various legal services to the insurance industry, as well as some more general corporate law. Law firm is one of the top 150 in the country and is on the rise. Salaries are competitive for a firm this size and with these practices.