Business Litigation Associate Attorney

A law firm based in Tampa, FL is seeking a Business Litigation Associate Attorney to join their team. The ideal candidate will be admitted to practice in Florida and have 3-5 years of experience in business litigation, with a focus on medical malpractice, laboratory medicine, and professional liability matters. The role requires strong research and writing skills, a willingness to learn and develop litigation skills, and the ability to handle a variety of complex cases from pre-trial through trial.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Represent clients in business litigation matters, including medical malpractice, laboratory medicine, and professional liability cases.
• Conduct legal research and draft pleadings, motions, and other legal documents.
• Take and defend depositions of fact and expert witnesses.
• Argue motions in federal and state court and represent clients during hearings and trials.
• Collaborate with clients, experts, and other attorneys to prepare cases for trial.
• Manage case files from inception through resolution, ensuring all deadlines are met and procedural requirements are fulfilled.
• Prepare and present case strategies and recommendations to clients and senior attorneys.
• Analyze complex legal issues and provide strategic guidance to clients.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with clients and opposing counsel.
• Stay current with developments in business litigation law and relevant case law.

Requirements:

• Juris Doctorate (J.D.) from an accredited law school.
• Admitted to practice law in Florida.
• 3-5 years of experience in business litigation, with a focus on medical malpractice, laboratory medicine, and professional liability matters.
• Clerkship and employment litigation experience are preferred.
• Strong research, writing, and analytical skills.
• Experience taking and defending depositions, arguing motions, and preparing for trial.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with other attorneys and staff.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• Proven ability to handle a caseload and meet deadlines effectively.

Education and Certifications:

• Juris Doctorate (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the Florida Bar and licensed to practice in Florida.

Skills:

• Strong legal research and writing abilities.
• Proficiency in taking and defending depositions, arguing motions, and preparing for trial.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Effective communication skills, both written and oral.
• Ability to manage multiple cases and prioritize tasks efficiently.
• Proficiency with legal research tools such as Westlaw and Lexis-Nexis.
• Familiarity with case management software and court procedures.

For more than a century, this law firm has been recognized as one of the most trusted, skilled, and effective law firms in the United States. It employs approximately 225 attorneys in seven offices. Its lawyers and government consultants are regarded as highly skilled professionals who get the job done through diligence and unparalleled commitment to the highest standards of client service. Based in Florida, they have extensive experience in all areas of international business and related fields. They handle high-stakes class-action and mass tort litigation; significant mergers, acquisitions, and securities offerings; a full range of intellectual property counseling, registration, and litigation; environmental, land use, and real property representation; governmental consulting; commercial financing representation; construction advice, mediation, and litigation; and other legal counseling and business dispute resolution services. They provide enhanced services, resources, and an expanded legal network to nearly two-thirds of the Fortune 100 companies.