Associate Litigation Attorney

Job Overview

A law firm seeks an experienced Litigation Attorney specializing in Personal Injury Defense in Miami, FL. The ideal candidate will have 2-5 years of legal practice, focusing on litigation, with 1-2 years in federal court, particularly within the US District Court for the Southern District of Florida.

Duties

• Manage a diverse caseload of personal injury defense matters in federal court.
• Develop and implement effective litigation strategies.
• Conduct comprehensive legal research and analysis.
• Maintain regular communication with clients.
• Represent clients in federal court proceedings.
• Engage in settlement negotiations when appropriate.
• Collaborate with attorneys, paralegals, and legal staff.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Active membership in the Florida State Bar.
• Admission to practice in the US District Court for the Southern District of Florida.
• 2-5 years of legal practice with a focus on litigation.
• 1-2 years of experience in federal court, preferably in personal injury defense.
• Proven success in managing and litigating federal cases.
• Strong research, writing, and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication and negotiation abilities.

Education

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

Certifications

• Active membership in the Florida State Bar.
• Admission to practice in the US District Court for the Southern District of Florida.

Skills

• Strong research, writing, and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication and negotiation abilities.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic legal environment.

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Vision insurance

This AV-rated law firm has two offices in Illinois and an office in Florida. It is comprised of a fairly large team of talented attorneys and deals with a wide range of issues related to admiralty-maritime law, civil litigation, insurance law, medical-professional malpractice, and travel law. The attorneys here have been recognized by major legal publications.