Litigation Associate

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a litigation associate for its Downtown Fort Lauderdale, FL office. The ideal candidate will have 3-5 years of experience in complex commercial litigation, with strong academic credentials and excellent research, writing, and oral advocacy skills.

Duties

• Draft discovery and substantive motions in both Federal and State courts.
• Engage in complex commercial litigation cases.
• Collaborate with partners and other associates on case strategies.

Requirements

• 3-5 years of experience in complex commercial litigation.
• Experience in drafting discovery and substantive motions.
• Florida Bar membership required.
• Prior large case and/or firm experience preferred.

Education

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

Certifications

• Active membership in the Florida Bar.

Skills

• Strong research, writing, and oral advocacy skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.

Benefits

• Heavily subsidized health insurance premiums.
• Firm-paid HSA contributions.
• 100% firm-paid dental and vision insurance for employees.
• Flexible Spending Accounts and Dependent Care Accounts.
• Firm-paid life and long-term disability insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• 11 paid holidays.
• Generous PTO for full-time employees.
• Traditional and Roth 401(k) options with potential firm matching.

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