Litigation Associate Attorney

Job Overview: A law firm specializing in complex commercial litigation seeks a skilled Litigation Associate Attorney to join their team in Fort Lauderdale, FL. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in complex commercial litigation, preferably with federal court practice experience or a federal clerkship. Vital legal research, writing, and analytical skills and prior experience in a large law firm setting are essential.

Duties:

• Conduct legal research on various complex commercial litigation matters.
• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, and other legal documents.
• Assist in all phases of litigation, including discovery, trial preparation, and appeals.
• Communicate effectively with clients, opposing counsel, and the court.
• Collaborate with partners and senior associates on case strategy and development.

Requirements:

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in complex commercial litigation.
• Preferred experience in federal court practice or federal clerkship.
• Previous experience in a large law firm setting.
• Juris Doctor degree from an ABA-accredited law school.
• Membership in The Florida Bar or ability to promptly obtain admission in Florida.

Education:

• Juris Doctor degree from an ABA-accredited law school.

Certifications:

• Admission to The Florida Bar or ability to promptly obtain admission.

Skills:

• Strong legal research skills.
• Excellent writing and analytical skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Effective communication skills with clients, colleagues, and the court.

This AmLaw firm is well-known for their banking sector, representing all 10 U.S. bank holding companies. Specializing in its Latin America practice, this firm prioritizes and provides diversity and inclusion amongst its associates. This firm has also obtained numerous accolades including a perfect score through the Human Rights Campaign's Corporate Equality Index for Best Place to Work for LGBT Equality two years in a row, Top 25 For Female Partners by The American Lawyer, and Top 60 Firms For Diversity by The American Lawyer's Diversity Scoreboard.