Litigation Associate Attorney

Job Overview: A leading law firm is seeking a Litigation Associate to join its team in the Miami office. This role offers an opportunity to work on a variety of litigation cases, with a focus on complex commercial disputes. The ideal candidate will possess a strong academic background, excellent writing skills, and the ability to handle multiple litigation tasks effectively.

Location:

• Miami, FL

Duties:

• Manage a range of litigation cases, with a focus on complex commercial litigation.
• Draft, review, and file legal documents, including motions, briefs, and discovery materials.
• Conduct legal research and analysis to support case strategies.
• Represent clients in court hearings, trials, and depositions.
• Collaborate with partners, associates, and support staff to ensure effective case management and client service.
• Maintain organized case files and stay on top of deadlines and court schedules.

Requirements:

• 3-4 years of general litigation experience, with an emphasis on complex commercial litigation preferred.
• Outstanding academic credentials from a top-tier law school.
• Excellent legal research, writing, and oral advocacy skills.
• Judicial clerks are encouraged to apply.

Education:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.

Certifications:

• Current membership in good standing with the Florida Bar.

Skills:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Detail-oriented with excellent organizational skills.
• Capable of working independently as well as collaboratively within a team.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple cases simultaneously.

Benefits:

• Competitive compensation package, recognizing individual performance and merit.
• Comprehensive benefits program that supports physical, emotional, mental, and financial wellness.
• Opportunities for structured mentorship, career coaching, and professional development.
• Inclusive and collaborative work environment that values diverse perspectives and fosters growth.

Ranked as a Vault Law 100 international law firm, attorneys at this firm win by understanding their client's business, investing in their success, and by putting their interest ahead of their own. Associates boast working with brilliant attorneys, who are easy to work with, as well as having the opportunity for exciting, substantive legal work. The firm partners with leaders around the world to fuel missions, knock down barriers, and shape markets. The attorneys at this firm bring their personal passion and legal prowess to bear in every matter for their clients and the people they serve. Associate remark the firm is invested in their career destination and want to see the associates' career blossom. There is an opportunity to really grow, and the partners at the firm mentor associates and really care. The happiness factor is one of the firm's top priorities. As one associate put it, the firm is energized and it is an exciting place to be. The firms boasts a tightly-woven network of legal thought leaders who marry their passion for business with a deep, focused understanding of the law. Through their pro bono legal services, volunteer services, and charitable giving, lawyers at this firm are committed to giving back. This firm has been nationally ranked in 33 practice areas by US News.