Associate Attorney

Quintairos, Prieto, Wood, & Boyer, P.A.; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

employer-paid life insurance

401(k) with employer match

Paid vacation, holidays, and personal/

Professional growth opportunities

Job summary

Quintairos, Prieto, Wood & Boyer, P.A. (QPWB) in Miami seeks an experienced Associate Attorney to join our General Liability and Insurance Defense practice.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years of civil litigation or insurance defense experience, strong research and writing skills, and can manage a caseload independently while collaborating with a skilled legal team. This full-time role offers opportunities to work on a diverse range of complex matters and develop trial experience within a national

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school.
• Active Florida Bar membership in good standing.
• 3+ years civil litigation or insurance defense experience.
• Experience in general liability, auto liability, premises and product liability preferred.
• Strong research, writing, and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage general liability and insurance defense matters from inception through resolution.
• Draft pleadings, motions, discovery requests and responses, memoranda, and other legal documents.
• Take and defend depositions; attend hearings, mediations, arbitrations and case management conferences.
• Conduct legal research and analyze statutes, case law, and procedural rules.
• Maintain client communications with carriers, experts, and opposing counsel.

Skills

Legal research

Legal writing

Caseload management

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Time management

Independent work

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.)

Job description

Quintairos, Prieto, Wood & Boyer, P.A. (QPWB), a multi-office national defense firm and the largest minority owned law firm in the United States, is seeking an experienced Associate Attorney to join our Miami office, focusing on General Liability and Insurance Defense litigation. This is a full-time position offering competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package.

About the Role

The Associate Attorney will handle a diverse range of civil litigation and insurance defense matters, including automotive liability, premises liability, product liability, professional malpractice defense, and trucking and transportation litigation.

The ideal candidate will have 3+ years of civil litigation or insurance defense experience , strong legal research and writing skills, and the ability to independently manage a caseload while collaborating with an experienced legal team.

This position offers the opportunity to work on a variety of complex litigation matters while continuing to develop litigation and trial experience within a national law firm.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Manage general liability and insurance defense matters from inception through resolution
• Handle cases involving automotive liability, premises liability, product liability, professional malpractice, trucking and transportation, and other civil litigation claims
• Draft and prepare pleadings, motions, discovery requests and responses, memoranda, and other legal documents
• Conduct legal research and analyze applicable statutes, case law, and procedural rules
• Manage written discovery, document review, and production
• Take and defend depositions of parties, witnesses, and experts
• Attend hearings, mediations, arbitrations, case management conferences, and other court proceedings
• Develop litigation strategies, evaluate liability and damages, and provide recommendations regarding case resolution
• Prepare cases for trial, including witness preparation, exhibits, pretrial motions, and other litigation materials
• Communicate regularly with clients, insurance carriers, experts, and opposing counsel
• Maintain compliance with court deadlines, client reporting requirements, and internal case management procedures
• Collaborate with partners, associates, paralegals, and legal support staff on ongoing matters

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school
• Active membership in good standing with The Florida Bar required
• 3+ years of civil litigation or insurance defense experience
• Experience in general liability, automotive liability, premises liability, product liability, professional malpractice defense, or trucking and transportation litigation preferred
• Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills
• Experience managing discovery, depositions, hearings, and other litigation proceedings
• Familiarity with Florida state and federal court procedures
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organizational and time-management skills
• Ability to independently manage a caseload and meet deadlines
• Ability to work effectively both independently and collaboratively within a legal team
• Professional, responsive, and client-service oriented

What We Offer

QPWB offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees, including:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Employer-paid life insurance and short-term disability
• 401(k) with employer match
• Paid vacation, holidays, and personal time off
• Opportunities for professional growth and advancement within a national law firm

QPWB is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Join a Team of Difference Makers

Joining Quintairos, Prieto, Wood & Boyer, P.A. (QPWB) means becoming part of a team of difference-makers who are passionate about making a positive impact in the legal profession. Our commitment to excellence, diversity, and innovation extends to every aspect of the firm.