Commercial Litigation Associate

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Litigation Associate with 2-4 years of experience in commercial litigation or insurance defense to join their Orlando, FL office. The role involves supporting litigation matters through pleadings, discovery, mediation, and trial, covering areas such as contracts, torts, construction, trusts and estates, employment, real estate, businesses, intellectual property, and non-competes. Strong drafting and analytical skills are essential, along with excellent time management abilities.

Duties

• Conduct in-depth legal research and provide insightful analysis of relevant laws and precedents.
• Manage commercial litigation cases from inception to resolution, including drafting pleadings and motions.
• Collaborate with clients, providing legal counsel and maintaining strong client relationships.
• Represent clients in court during hearings, trials, and other legal proceedings.
• Oversee the discovery process, including document review and deposition preparation.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Licensed to practice law in the state of Florida.
• Excellent oral and written communication abilities.
• Detail-oriented with exceptional organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a legal team.
• High level of professionalism and ethical standards.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Education

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

Certifications

• Licensed to practice law in the state of Florida.

Skills

• Excellent drafting and analytical skills.
• Strong client relationship management.
• Proficient in legal research and case management.

Benefits

• Opportunities for advancement within a dynamic environment.
• Competitive salary and excellent benefits.

This law firm began three decades ago to handle commercial law cases. Their areas of practice include corporate, business litigation, administrative law, employee benefits, tax, water law, real estate, health law, and more. The firm is located in Florida.