Associate Attorney

JOHNSON, ANSELMO, MURDOCH, BURKE, PIPER & HOCHMAN, PA; Fort Lauderdale (FL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Johnson, Anselmo, Murdoch, Burke, Piper & Hochman, PA seeks an Associate Attorney to join its Fort Lauderdale office. The role involves drafting legal documents, conducting research, and advising governmental and private clients on litigation and advisory matters.

You will work with partners to manage deadlines, prepare for hearings, and communicate with clients, opposing counsel, and courts in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Strong foundation in law with ability to interpret statutes, regulations, and case law.
• Experience or coursework in Labor and Employment Law and workplace regulations.
• Ability to provide clear, practical legal advice to governmental and private sector clients.
• Proficient research skills to support case strategy and client counseling.
• Effective negotiation skills for settlements, mediations, and disputes.
• Juris Doctor (JD) and active Florida Bar membership (or eligibility).
• Strong written and oral advocacy skills, including drafting pleadings and motions.
• Ability to work collaboratively and independently manage caseloads and deadlines.
• Prior experience in litigation or public sector representation preferred.
• High level of professionalism and client service orientation.

Responsibilities

• Draft legal documents and pleadings.
• Conduct legal research.
• Provide advice to governmental and private sector clients.
• Analyze case strategy and deadlines.
• Participate in negotiations and settlements.
• Prepare for and attend hearings, depositions, and mediations.
• Communicate with clients, opposing counsel, and courts.
• Support ongoing litigation and advisory matters with partners.
• Manage multiple cases in a fast-paced environment.
• Maintain accurate case files.

Skills

Law interpretation

Labor & Employment law

Legal advice

Legal research

Negotiation skills

Written & oral advocacy

Collaboration

Caseload management

Professionalism & ethics

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) + Florida Bar

Job description

Company Description

Johnson, Anselmo, Murdoch, Burke, Piper & Hochman, PA (JAMBG) is a well-established law firm formed in 1990, providing high-quality and cost-effective legal representation. The firm serves both governmental and private sector clients across Broward, Palm Beach, Miami-Dade, and Monroe counties. JAMBG is committed to delivering practical, results-oriented legal solutions while maintaining strong professional and ethical standards. Team members work in a collaborative environment with opportunities to handle diverse and complex matters. The firm values dedication, integrity, and service to its clients and community.

Role Description

The Associate Attorney will be a full-time, on-site team member located in Fort Lauderdale, FL. This role involves drafting legal documents and pleadings, conducting legal research, and providing advice and counsel to governmental and private sector clients. Daily responsibilities include analyzing case strategy, participating in negotiations and settlement discussions, preparing for and attending hearings, depositions, and mediations, and communicating with clients, opposing counsel, and courts. The Associate Attorney will work closely with partners and colleagues to support ongoing litigation and advisory matters, manage deadlines, and maintain accurate case files. The role requires strong judgment, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple cases in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Strong foundation in Law with the ability to interpret statutes, regulations, and case law.
• Experience or coursework in Labor and Employment Law, including familiarity with workplace regulations and disputes.
• Ability to provide clear, practical Legal Advice to governmental and private sector clients.
• Proficient Research skills to support case strategy, motion practice, and client counseling.
• Effective Negotiation skills for settlement discussions, mediations, and dispute resolution.
• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school and active membership in the Florida Bar (or eligibility for prompt admission).
• Strong written and oral advocacy skills, including drafting pleadings, motions, and memoranda.
• Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues and independently manage caseloads and deadlines.
• Prior experience in litigation or public sector representation is preferred.
• High level of professionalism, ethical judgment, and client service orientation.