Construction Litigation Attorney

Job Overview
A law firm seeks an experienced Construction Litigation Attorney in Coral Gables, FL. The ideal candidate will possess 3-5 years of litigation experience, including state and federal trial experience. This role offers an opportunity to join a well-established firm.

Duties

• Review and analyze cases effectively
• Draft and edit pleadings
• Attend hearings, depositions, mediations, and trials in state and federal court
• Manage cases and meet client expectations effectively
• Build trusting relationships with clients
• Meet annual billable hour requirements and record time efficiently

Requirements

• JD from an accredited law school
• Admission to the FL State Bar
• 3-5 years of litigation experience
• Exceptional knowledge of litigation cases from inception to trial
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to multi-task
• Proactive and a self-starter
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent team player and personable
• Strong academic credentials

Education

• JD from an accredited law school

Certifications

• Admission to the FL State Bar

Skills

• Experience with Westlaw, LexisNexis, NetDocs, AIM, I-Conect, Florida Courts E-Filing Portal, and PACER preferred

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package

This law firm has three offices located in Florida. The firm has been practicing since 1977 and focuses mainly on construction law while also practicing in several other areas. The firm's practice areas include aviation, real estate law, bankruptcy, financial restructuring, and creditors' rights, insurance law, collections, construction law, community association law, condominium warranty, and commercial litigation. The firm's values include continuity and individual attention. The client always comes first with the attorneys of this firm and the main goal is client satisfaction. This firm was ranked in 2013 by Chambers USA for their strong construction law practice.