General Liability Defense Associate Attorney

A law firm seeks a motivated and driven General Liability Defense Associate Attorney to join its Tampa office. This position is ideal for candidates with 0-3 years of experience in general liability defense and offers an excellent opportunity to develop skills within a collaborative environment. As part of a larger team of over 120 attorneys across multiple states, the successful candidate will manage cases from inception through resolution, including trial involvement. This is an ideal opportunity for someone seeking a long-term career path with room for growth and professional development.

Duties

• Manage and lead a caseload of general liability defense matters, guiding cases through all stages of litigation.
• Conduct legal research and provide initial case assessments and strategy recommendations.
• Oversee discovery, including drafting responses, taking depositions, and interviewing witnesses.
• Draft and file legal motions, pleadings, and other documents related to case progression.
• Attend hearings and conferences with opposing counsel to negotiate settlements and resolve disputes.
• Assist with trial preparation and, as appropriate, take a leading role in trials.
• Collaborate with colleagues across multiple offices to provide clients with effective legal solutions.

Requirements

• 0-3 years of experience in general liability defense.
• Strong interest in and commitment to the defense of general liability claims.
• Proven ability to independently manage cases and lead legal processes.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize multiple tasks.
• Ability to work well as part of a dynamic and supportive team.

Education

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

Certifications

• An active member of the Florida Bar in good standing.

Skills

• Excellent legal research, writing, and communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to handle complex legal tasks.
• Proven ability to work independently and manage a caseload efficiently.
• Comfortable interacting with clients, opposing counsel, and other professionals.

Benefits

• Medical Insurance
• Voluntary Vision and Dental Insurance
• Voluntary Life Insurance
• Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan

This is an exciting opportunity for an attorney seeking to build their career in general liability defense within a supportive and growth-oriented team. If you're passionate about providing top-notch legal representation and ready to contribute to a dynamic practice, we encourage you to apply.

This firm has two offices in the Florida Keys, as well as offices in Charlotte, Columbia, Miami, Hollywood, North Palm Beach, Fort Meyers, the Gulf Coast, Tampa, Deland, Pensacola, Jacksonville, Mobile, Gulfport, Atlanta, and Birmingham. This firm has been serving clients for over 40 years and has devoted themselves to creating a full service law firm. Lawyers at this firm are dedicated to meeting the needs, requirements, and expectations of each client. The firm's philosophy is to provide exceptional, cost-effective, and personal representation to each client. This firm offers experience in a wide range of practice areas.