Business and Construction Litigation Associate Attorney

A law firm in Maitland, FL, is seeking a Business and Construction Litigation Associate Attorney to support senior attorneys in providing legal counsel to clients. The candidate will handle various litigation tasks including legal research, drafting documents, client communication, and courtroom representation.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assist senior attorneys in providing legal counsel and representation to clients in business and construction litigation matters.
• Conduct thorough legal research and analysis on complex legal issues.
• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, contracts, affidavits, and other legal documents.
• Communicate effectively with clients, experts, and opposing counsel.
• Prepare for and attend hearings, depositions, mediations, arbitrations, and other legal proceedings.
• Analyze conflicts in legal matters and provide strategic advice and solutions to clients.
• Collaborate with senior attorneys, paralegals, and support staff to ensure efficient case management.
• Maintain organized and up-to-date client files and case documentation.
• Meet billing and productivity goals as set by the firm.

Requirements:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the Florida State Bar.
• 1-3 years of experience in business and/or construction litigation preferred.
• Judicial clerkship experience or demonstrated strong research, writing, and legal analysis skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Effective time management and problem-solving abilities.
• Superior attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.

Benefits:

• Competitive compensation based on experience level.
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Ancillary benefit options.
• Firm-paid life insurance and long-term disability coverage.
• 401(k) profit sharing plan.
• Professional development opportunities and mentoring.
• Positive and supportive work environment.

This defense law firm was founded over six decades ago to offer litigation defense services to those in need of them. Their areas of practice include appeals, business law, alternative dispute resolution, general litigation, insurance defense, immigration, premises liability, products liability, workers' compensation, and transportation. Their offices are located in Florida and Georgia.