Litigation And Appellate Support Attorney

Title: Litigation and Appellate Support Attorney

Job Overview
A prestigious law firm located in Miami, FL, seeks an experienced Litigation Attorney. This role requires expertise in handling complex legal cases across various practice areas, including environmental law, personal injury, workers' compensation, and estate planning. The attorney will represent clients in court, manage case development, and guide clients through intricate legal processes with a high degree of professionalism and confidentiality.

Duties

• Advocate for clients in courtroom settings and during settlement negotiations.
• Perform detailed legal research, employing tools such as legal databases.
• Draft, assess, and file critical legal documents, including pleadings and motions.
• Prepare trial cases by organizing evidence and creating strategic legal approaches.
• Negotiate settlements to reach advantageous client outcomes.
• Maintain meticulous case files and documentation of client interactions.
• Collaborate with legal staff and other attorneys to ensure efficient case management.
• Stay current with relevant laws and evolving regulations in practice areas.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from a recognized law school.
• Current license to practice law in the state of Florida.
• Demonstrated litigation experience, ideally in environmental, personal injury, workers’ compensation, or estate planning law.
• Proficiency in conducting legal research with databases such as Lexis-Nexis.
• Strong oral and written communication skills for effective advocacy and client relations.
• Capacity to work autonomously and within a team-focused environment.
• Excellent organizational capabilities, with a keen eye for detail in managing multiple cases.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited institution.

Certifications

• Active license to practice law in Florida.

Skills

• Expertise in trial preparation and case management.
• High proficiency in legal research and drafting complex legal documents.
• Superior negotiation abilities.
• Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage workloads efficiently and prioritize tasks.
• Adaptability to rapidly changing legal landscapes and regulations.

Job Location

• Miami, FL.

This law firm have attorneys that specialize in trial cases. Their areas of practice include hospitality, intellectual property, insurance, appellate, premises liability, product liability, negligent security, subrogation, and more. Their offices are located in Florida, New York, and Virginia.