Civil Litigation Attorney

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Civil Litigation Attorney in Florida to join their team. This role offers the opportunity to manage significant real estate and commercial cases, providing hands-on courtroom experience and diverse casework.

Duties

• Manage civil litigation matters from inception through resolution.
• Draft pleadings, motions, discovery, and substantive correspondence.
• Appear in court, mediations, hearings, and depositions frequently.
• Collaborate with attorneys, paralegals, and support staff across multiple offices.
• Communicate clearly and directly with clients, opposing counsel, and the court.

Requirements

• Active Florida Bar membership with 2+ years of civil litigation experience.
• Strong writing and analytical skills with the ability to manage competing deadlines.
• Effective communication skills with clients and opposing counsel.
• Client-focused and team-oriented with a proactive approach to case management.

Education

• JD from an accredited law school required.

Certifications

• Active membership in the Florida Bar.

Skills

• Real estate or commercial litigation experience preferred.
• First- or second-chair trial experience is advantageous.
• Deposition experience beyond 30(b)(6) basics is a plus.
• Background in boutique or mid-size firm is beneficial.

Benefits

• Health insurance, retirement plan, and generous PTO.
• Continuing Legal Education (CLE) fully covered.
• Annual all-expenses-paid firm trip (post-eligibility).
• Collaborative work environment with a commitment to work-life balance.
• Quality-over-quantity caseload.

Having expertise in real estate law, this law firm pays extreme attention to detail for their clients. Their areas of practice include commercial real estate, residential real estate, commercial litigation, business transactions, lender representation, and land use. Their offices are located in Florida.