Associate Attorney - Litigation

Job Overview

A law firm seeks an ambitious attorney with 2-5 years of experience for an Associate Attorney position in Jacksonville, Florida. The role involves representing clients in various courts and before governmental and administrative bodies. The attorney will engage in complex business litigation, corporate dissolutions, and other legal areas.

Duties

• Represent clients in state, federal, and appellate courts.
• Appear before governmental and administrative boards.
• Engage in arbitration and mediation processes.
• Handle complex business litigation and other legal matters.
• Maintain direct client contact and manage cases independently.

Requirements

• 2-5 years of litigation experience.
• Strong communication, legal advocacy, and writing skills.
• Self-starter with the ability to manage cases independently.
• Florida bar license required.

Education

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

Certifications

• Licensed to practice law in Florida.

Skills

• Excellent legal research and writing abilities.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision plans.
• Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA).
• Paid time off (PTO) for vacation, sick, and personal leave.
• 401(k) with safe harbor contribution and profit sharing.
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program with mental health support.