Construction Associate Attorney

Job Overview: A law firm is seeking a qualified Construction Associate Attorney to join their team in Maitland, FL. The candidate will be responsible for preparing legal documents, conducting research, attending legal proceedings, and providing counsel to clients. The role requires strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills, along with attention to detail and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively.

Job Details:

• Prepare correspondence and legal documents such as contracts, pleadings, briefs, affidavits, motions, and settlement agreements for contract negotiations and proceedings.
• Conduct legal research, prepare for and attend hearings and/or other legal proceedings, and provide legal counsel with the help of senior attorneys.
• Analyze conflicts in legal matters, advise clients on solutions, and negotiate on behalf of clients.
• Communicate with senior attorneys, paralegals, and clients to ensure cases are handled efficiently.
• Maintain client files to ensure up-to-date information is available to other attorneys, paralegals, and support staff.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• 3 years of experience in a similar role (insurance defense is preferable).
• Florida Bar Admission.
• Judicial clerkship experience or demonstrate strong research, writing, and legal analysis skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Must possess great time management and problem-solving skills.
• Superior attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaborate with others.
• Must meet expectations for billing goals.

Education:

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

Certifications:

• Florida Bar Admission.

Skills:

• Legal research and analysis.
• Contract negotiation and drafting.
• Litigation support.
• Client counseling.
• Verbal and written communication.
• Time management and organization.
• Conflict resolution and negotiation.
• Billing and financial management.

This defense law firm was founded over six decades ago to offer litigation defense services to those in need of them. Their areas of practice include appeals, business law, alternative dispute resolution, general litigation, insurance defense, immigration, premises liability, products liability, workers' compensation, and transportation. Their offices are located in Florida and Georgia.