Litigation Associate Attorney (Construction)

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Litigation Associate Attorney specializing in construction law for its Fort Myers, FL office. The firm is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace, offering comprehensive benefits and individualized training to support professional growth.

Duties

• Prepare and draft pleadings, discovery, motions, and memoranda of law.
• Engage in deposition, hearing, mediation, and trial preparation and attendance.
• Maintain client relations and communications.
• Review legal issues and prepare memoranda analyzing legal and factual issues.
• Conduct document review.

Requirements

• Experience in construction litigation preferred.
• Strong analytical and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.

Certifications

• Admission to the Florida Bar.

Skills

• Proficiency in legal research and writing.
• Excellent negotiation and advocacy skills.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational abilities.

Benefits

• Medical benefits.
• Mental health coverage.
• 401k match.

Attorneys at this firm boast working in an excellent work culture with positive management, who are compassionate, respectful, and understanding. The firm offers great opportunities and is at the forefront of advances in technology and in the ever-changing market. The attorneys are thought leaders in their fields. The firm has a department responsible for devising and implementing various strategies and programs regarding recruiting, education, supervision, training initiatives, diversity, cohesiveness, and leadership for attorneys. Each practice group within the firm is supervised by a leader, and the group meets regularly to offer substantive training, selecting different skill sets to focus on yearly.