Associate Attorney

Leeds Professional Resources; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 99,000 - 121,000; Full time

Job summary

Leeds Professional Resources in Jacksonville, FL seeks an Associate Attorney with 1–3 years of experience to focus on Florida pre-suit matters. The role offers a base salary of $110,000 plus additional incentives and opportunities to manage matters from inception through pre-suit resolution.

The ideal candidate will have strong research and writing skills, attention to detail, and the ability to communicate with clients, insurance carriers, and opposing counsel.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school is required.
• Active Florida license is required; Georgia license preferred/required.
• 1–3 years of legal experience in Florida pre-suit matters is expected.
• Strong research, writing, and analytical abilities are essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of Florida pre-suit matters from intake to resolution.
• Review case facts, medical records, and client information for strategy.
• Conduct legal research applying Florida statutes and case law.
• Develop strategies for progressing matters toward resolution.
• Communicate with clients, insurers, opposing counsel, and others.
• Draft demand letters, settlement materials, and correspondence.
• Evaluate settlement offers and assist negotiations.
• Maintain case documentation and deadlines.
• Collaborate with attorneys, paralegals, and staff.
• Identify issues and propose practical solutions.
• Ensure adherence to ethical rules and firm procedures.

Skills

Legal research

Legal writing

Analytical thinking

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Time management

Client service

Team collaboration

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Salary: $110,000 Base + Additional Incentives

Experience: 1–3 Years

Bar Admission: Florida and Georgia

Position Overview

Our Jacksonville office is seeking a motivated and personable Associate Attorney to join our growing team and focus on Florida pre-suit matters.

This is an excellent opportunity for an attorney with 1–3 years of experience who is looking to build their legal career in a collaborative environment while gaining meaningful experience managing matters from the initial stages through pre-suit resolution.

The ideal candidate will have strong legal research and writing skills, excellent attention to detail, sound judgment, and the ability to communicate effectively with clients, opposing counsel, insurance carriers, and other parties. We are particularly interested in attorneys who are comfortable taking ownership of their caseload and working toward favorable outcomes for clients.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of Florida pre-suit matters from initial intake through resolution
• Review and analyze case facts, client information, medical records, documentation, and other relevant materials
• Conduct legal research and apply applicable Florida statutes, regulations, and case law
• Evaluate the facts and legal issues associated with individual matters
• Develop appropriate strategies for advancing matters toward successful resolution
• Communicate regularly with clients to provide case updates, answer questions, and explain legal processes
• Communicate professionally with insurance carriers, opposing counsel, adjusters, medical providers, and other involved parties
• Draft and review demand letters, correspondence, settlement documentation, and other legal materials
• Analyze settlement offers and assist with settlement negotiations
• Negotiate with opposing parties and insurance representatives when appropriate
• Maintain accurate and timely case documentation
• Monitor deadlines and ensure matters move forward efficiently
• Collaborate with attorneys, paralegals, legal assistants, and other members of the team
• Identify potential issues or obstacles and proactively develop solutions
• Maintain a high level of professionalism, responsiveness, and client service
• Ensure all work is performed in accordance with applicable ethical rules, professional standards, and firm procedures

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school
• Active license to practice law in Florida
• Active license to practice law in Georgia preferred/required for the position
• 1–3 years of legal experience
• Strong understanding of Florida law and legal procedures
• Excellent legal research, writing, analytical, and organizational skills
• Strong verbal and written communication abilities
• Ability to manage multiple matters and competing deadlines
• Strong attention to detail and follow-through
• Ability to work independently while also contributing effectively as part of a team
• Professional and confident communication style
• Strong client-service orientation
• Proficiency with standard legal technology and Microsoft Office

Preferred Qualifications

• Bilingual English/Spanish strongly preferred, but not required
• Prior experience handling Florida pre-suit matters
• Experience communicating or negotiating with insurance carriers and opposing counsel
• Experience drafting demand packages or settlement-related correspondence
• Experience managing a personal caseload with limited supervision
• Familiarity with legal case-management software

Ideal Candidate

We are looking for an attorney who is driven, organized, and client-focused and who wants to take the next step in their legal career.

The successful candidate will be comfortable handling responsibility early in their career, communicating directly with clients, and working through complex issues to reach practical solutions. Strong judgment, professionalism, responsiveness, and the ability to prioritize are critical to success in this role.

A Spanish-speaking attorney would be particularly valuable in serving a diverse client population, but bilingual ability is not a requirement.

• Additional incentives
• Jacksonville, Florida office
• Opportunity to develop significant pre-suit legal experience
• Collaborative professional environment
• Opportunity for long-term career growth

Start Date

January 1, 2027

We are looking to identify a strong candidate who is ready to join the Jacksonville team at the beginning of 2027.