Litigation Attorney

Job Overview: A law firm in Miami, FL, is seeking a Litigation Attorney with a proven track record of winning, including jury trials, to handle a large and active caseload from filing through verdict. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication, negotiation, analytical, and research skills, a strong courtroom presence and eagerness to try cases.

Job Duties:

• Meet with clients and file lawsuits
• Propound and respond to written discovery
• Schedule and attend fact witness depositions
• Retain all appropriate experts and attend all expert depositions
• Schedule and attend all hearings
• Prepare for and attend mediations
• Prepare cases for trial and try cases to verdict
• Prepare and file appropriate post-trial motions
• Attend file audits, litigation attorney meetings, and trial clinics

Requirements:

• A license in good standing to practice law in Florida
• A proven track record of winning, including jury trials with a minimum of 2 jury trials as first chair
• The ability to handle a large and active caseload from filing through verdict
• Success providing direction and guidance to a team of staff
• Impeccable verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent negotiation skills
• Analytical and research skills
• A strong courtroom presence and eagerness to try cases

Education & Certifications:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school
• Admission to the Florida Bar
• Certification in Trial Advocacy (preferred)

Skills:

• Strong communication skills (verbal and written)
• Negotiation skills
• Analytical and research skills
• Courtroom presence
• Team leadership
• Case management

Benefits:

• Paid Time Off (PTO) plus eight paid holidays
• Bonuses
• Medical Benefits (Health, Dental, Vision, STD & LTD, and other medical coverages)
• Bereavement Leave
• Hospital Leave
• Group and Optional Life insurance
• 401(k) with company matching