Associate Attorney needed for Fort Lauderdale office Job in Fort Lauderdale, FL Near Me - 349538 | BCGSearch.com

Associate Attorney needed for Fort Lauderdale office

Type Full-Time

Location Florida - Fort Lauderdale

Job ID I9JO349538

Experience Level Midlevel Associate

Job Experience Min. 3 - Max. 10 Years

Ranking 3 : Mostly Business $$$

Estimated Salary Lower than Highest Salary Band in Market (Varies by Firm)

Practice Areas Insurance Defense - GeneralTrucking and Auto DefensePersonal Injury DefenseMedical Malpractice DefenseLitigation - Health Care - Defense

2024-10-21 03:20:56

Job Title: Associate Attorney

Job Overview
A prestigious law firm in Fort Lauderdale, FL, is seeking an experienced Associate Attorney to join its General Liability Practice Group. The ideal candidate will have 3-10 years of experience in general liability defense, including cases related to auto accidents, premises liability, professional lines, medical malpractice, and long-term care/assisted living claims. This position offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic legal environment, providing comprehensive representation to clients throughout all stages of litigation.

Duties

  • Review and prepare summaries of medical records to advocate for clients.
  • Draft and file motions, and represent clients in hearings.
  • Prepare and guide clients for depositions, and attend depositions as required.
  • Draft various reports, including initial, interim, pre-trial, trial, and appellate reports.
  • Respond to discovery requests and draft discovery-related motions.
  • Attend court regularly to advocate for clients and ensure favorable outcomes.
  • Take and defend depositions of both fact and expert witnesses.

Requirements

  • 3-10 years of general liability defense experience.
  • Licensed and admitted to practice law in the State of Florida.
  • Strong background in handling general liability claims, including auto, premises liability, and professional lines.
  • Experience in drafting motions for summary judgments and attending court appearances.
  • Proven ability to take and defend depositions.

Education

  • Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
  • An active member of the Florida Bar.

Certifications

  • Admitted to the Florida Bar and in good standing.

Skills

  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Excellent research abilities.
  • Proficient in both written and oral communication.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Attention to detail in legal documentation and case preparation.

Job Location

  • Fort Lauderdale, FL

Benefits

  • Competitive 401(k) match program for financial security and future planning.
  • Opportunities for growth and career advancement within the firm.
  • Access to training and mentoring programs to enhance professional development.
  • Comprehensive benefits package designed to support work-life balance.

This full-service business law firm has offices in Miami, Tampa, Jacksonville, Fort Lauderdale, Tallahassee, Fort Myers, Louisville, Lexington, West Palm Beach, Chicago, Pensacola, Phoenix, Panama City, U.S. Virgin Islands, Orange County, Las Vegas, San Juan and Los Angeles. The firm has expertise in the areas of corporate structure, intellectual property, immigration, international law,real estate transactions,title insurance defense,bankruptcy,asset protection,land use,probate litigation,estate planning,commercial litigation,real estate litigation, andmergers and acquisitions.

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