Maritime Litigation Attorney

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Maritime Litigation Attorney with 3-5 years of experience in Bonita Springs, Florida. The ideal candidate will provide exemplary legal counsel and manage various aspects of maritime litigation.

Duties

• Take and defend depositions.
• Draft and argue dispositive motions.
• Attend hearings, mediations, and trials.
• Perform legal research and provide analysis of case law.
• Prepare pleadings and correspondence.
• Communicate with clients, expert witnesses, and opposing counsel.

Requirements

• Licensed member of the Florida Bar.
• 3-5 years of experience in maritime law.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree.

Certifications

• Florida Bar membership.

Skills

• Proficiency in legal research and analysis.
• Strong advocacy and negotiation skills.
• Effective client communication.

Benefits

• Full benefits package with health, dental, disability, and life insurance options.
• 401(k) with employer matching.
• 20 days of paid time off.
• Parental leave.
• Professional development opportunities.
• Diverse, inclusive, supportive, and team-oriented work environment.

With offices in Tampa, West Palm Beach, Pensacola, Miami, Orlando, Naples, Key West, Jacksonville, Bonita Springs, and Ft. Lauderdale West and East, this full service law firm has clients across all industries and service areas such as architecture and engineering, banking and financial, commercial litigation, employment & labor, first party property, hospitality industry defense, insurance coverage & carrier representation, legal malpractice, personal injury protection (PIP), product liability, real estate and foreclosures and trucking accident defense.