Associate Attorney

Job Overview

A law firm seeks an Associate Attorney with 2 to 5 years of experience in commercial and property litigation for an in-person role in Brandon, FL. This position offers the opportunity to gain hands-on litigation experience and mentorship while handling significant cases in the Tampa Bay region.

Duties

• Draft and argue motions, pleadings, and memoranda in court.
• Manage discovery and client communications in active litigation matters.
• Conduct legal research and develop case strategy.
• Attend hearings, mediations, and depositions.
• Handle commercial, real estate, and probate litigation cases.
• Contribute to a team-oriented environment with high standards for legal work.

Requirements

• Licensed and in good standing with the Florida Bar.
• 2-5 years of legal experience, with some litigation in core areas.
• Strong legal research, writing, and courtroom advocacy skills.
• Comfortable with a workload that may require occasional early mornings, evenings, or weekends.
• Willing to be mentored closely and trained in niche practice areas.
• Based in or willing to relocate to the Tampa Bay area.
• Desire to grow within the firm long-term.

Education

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

Certifications

• Admitted to the Florida Bar.

Skills

• Excellent legal research and writing abilities.
• Strong courtroom advocacy skills.
• Ability to manage multiple cases and deadlines effectively.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

Benefits

• Performance bonuses and 401(k) with match.
• Medical insurance contribution and other employee perks.
• Reasonable billable hour target with high expectations for quality and accountability.
• Supportive environment for developing board certifications, CLEs, and specialization.
• Defined partnership path for long-term team members.
• Additional incentives: gym membership, toll assistance, community engagement perks.