Associate Attorney needed for West Palm Beach office

A law firm in West Palm Beach, FL, is seeking an experienced attorney with a strong interest in environmental and land use law. The ideal candidate should have a minimum of 7-10 years of relevant experience, possess excellent analytical, communication, and writing skills, and be a member of the Florida Bar. This position offers a great working environment, competitive compensation, excellent benefits, and opportunities for career advancement within the firm.

Duties:

• Provide legal counsel and representation to clients in matters related to environmental and land use law.
• Conduct legal research and analyze case law, statutes, and regulations to develop effective legal strategies.
• Draft legal documents, including contracts, pleadings, and briefs, and present cases in court when necessary.
• Collaborate with clients and colleagues to develop and implement legal solutions.
• Stay current with developments in environmental and land use law to provide up-to-date advice to clients.
• Manage and prioritize caseload to meet client needs and firm deadlines.
• Participate in negotiations, settlements, and alternative dispute resolution processes.

Requirements:

• 7-10 years of experience in environmental and land use law.
• Membership in the Florida Bar.
• Strong analytical, communication, and writing skills.
• Excellent legal research and case analysis abilities.
• Proficiency in drafting legal documents and courtroom experience.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Attention to detail and a commitment to delivering high-quality legal services.

Education:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the Florida Bar.

Certifications:

• Membership in the Florida Bar.

Skills:

• Legal research and analysis.
• Drafting legal documents.
• Litigation and courtroom experience.
• Negotiation and alternative dispute resolution.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Organizational and time management skills.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.

The law firm offers a competitive compensation package, a pleasant working environment, and opportunities for career growth within the organization.

This Florida law firm was founded over two decades ago to offer mediation and litigation services to individuals, businesses, and government entities. Their areas of practice include governmental law, Indian law, environmental and natural resources law, business law, intellectual property, appellate litigation, civil litigation, and more. Their offices are located in Jacksonville, Tallahasee, Tampa Bay, and West Palm Beach.