Commercial Attorney

Job Overview: A law firm in Pensacola, FL, seeks a motivated and experienced Commercial Attorney to join their team. The ideal candidate will be crucial in providing legal counsel, developing effective case strategies, and representing clients in legal proceedings. The Commercial Attorney will be responsible for supervising support staff and ensuring accurate and timely preparation of legal documents.

Duties:

• Communicate with clients to understand their legal needs and concerns, providing timely and effective legal advice.
• Develop strategies to resolve cases favorably and cost-effectively for clients.
• Explain legal options to clients, highlighting possible outcomes or threats.
• Build trust-based relationships with clients.
• Represent clients in legal proceedings, developing compelling arguments.
• Prepare accurate and timely legal documents, including contracts, dispositions, and pleadings.
• Stay informed about current legislation, especially within legal specialties.
• Find ethical solutions to legal matters.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in a related field.
• Juris Doctor degree from an American Bar Association-accredited law school.
• Admission to the Bar in FL.
• 2 years of business, commercial, and/or real estate litigation experience.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to excel in a team environment.
• Highly motivated and a self-starter.
• Flexibility to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

Skills:

• Legal research and analysis.
• Case strategy development.
• Contract drafting and review.
• Client communication and relationship-building.
• Litigation representation.
• Supervision of support staff.
• Time management and multitasking.

Certifications:

• Admission to the Bar in FL.

This firm was established over a century ago in Escambia County, Florida. They are one of the oldest law firms in Pensacola. They are known for being a prestigious AV rated law firm with over 70 attorneys and professional legal staff. This firm has offices in Pensacola and Miramar Beach. Their seasoned lawyers represent institutions and individuals on matters pertaining to estate planning, transactions and litigation, personal injury, commercial litigation, social security, real estate, worker's compensation law and employment.