Associate Attorney needed for Fort Walton Beach office

Job Overview:
An established criminal and traffic defense law firm is seeking an Associate Attorney to join its Fort Walton Beach, FL, office. This role involves representing clients in a broad spectrum of criminal and traffic cases, consulting with current and potential clients, and working in a fast-paced environment alongside a dedicated legal team. This position offers extensive courtroom exposure and opportunities to build professional connections across the state.

Location:

• Fort Walton Beach, FL

Duties:

• Represent clients in criminal and traffic cases, from minor infractions to serious felony charges
• Conduct consultations with both current clients and potential clients interested in legal representation
• Work closely with a team of attorneys and legal assistants to manage cases effectively
• Attend courtroom proceedings and handle additional off-site legal tasks as necessary
• Build and maintain a network of professional relationships throughout Florida

Requirements:

• Licensed to practice law in Florida
• Ability to collaborate effectively within a legal team
• Strong client consultation and communication skills

Education:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school

Certifications:

• Active Florida Bar admission

Skills:

• Proficiency in criminal and traffic defense law
• Excellent interpersonal skills for client consultations and interactions
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced legal setting
• Strong courtroom presence and advocacy abilities

Benefits:

• Medical and dental insurance
• Cell phone reimbursement
• Referral and after-hours sales bonuses
• Extensive courtroom experience and networking opportunities throughout Florida

This law firm has offices in every county in Florida, including but not limited to Miami, North Miami, South Dade, Kendall, Hialeah, Orlando, Miami Lakes, Hollywood, Daytona Beach, West Palm Beach, and Kissimmee. This firm focuses on defending clients charged with traffic tickets or traffic offenses. This firm is fluent in both English and Spanish. This firm has been practicing for over 25 years defending people from things such as tickets for speeding to suspended licenses and DUIs.