Non-Equity Partner Level Construction Attorney

Job Overview: A law firm is seeking a Non-Equity Partner Level Construction Attorney to join their team in Maitland, FL. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in insurance defense and construction defect law, with excellent communication and negotiation skills.

Job Duties:

• 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 other legal proceedings, and provide legal counsel.
• Analyze conflicts in legal matters, advise clients on solutions, and negotiate on behalf of clients.
• Communicate with associate 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:

• 7 years of experience in a similar role with a strong background in insurance defense/construction defect.
• 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.

Education & Certifications:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the Florida Bar.

Skills:

• Strong background in insurance defense/construction defect law.
• Proficiency in legal research and writing.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Time management and problem-solving abilities.
• Attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.

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.