Associate Attorney

Wicker Smith O’Hara McCoy & Ford; Saint Petersburg (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Growth opportunities

Equal Opportunity Employer

Job summary

Wicker Smith O’Hara McCoy & Ford, P.A. is seeking an Associate Attorney with 2 to 8 years of experience to join our St. Petersburg litigation team.

The role focuses on general liability and professional liability matters, offering the chance to handle complex cases in a collaborative, client-focused environment. Key duties include managing all phases of litigation, researching and drafting pleadings and motions, and representing clients in court, mediations, and arbitrations.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school
• 2 to 8 years of experience in general liability and/or professional liability defense
• Active license/in good standing to practice law
• Strong analytical, research, and writing skills
• Excellent communication and advocacy skills
• Ability to manage multiple cases and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment

Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of litigation, including pleadings, discovery, depositions, motion practice, and trial preparation
• Conduct legal research and draft memoranda, pleadings, and motions
• Represent clients in court appearances, mediations, and arbitrations
• Communicate effectively with clients, opposing counsel, and insurance carriers
• Develop litigation strategies and work closely with senior attorneys and partners

Skills

Litigation

Legal research

Legal writing

Oral advocacy

Client communication

Case management

Education

J.D. from an accredited law school

Tools

Westlaw

LexisNexis

Job description

The St. Petersburg North Office of Wicker Smith O’Hara McCoy & Ford, P.A is seeking a motivated Associate Attorney with 2 to 8 years of experience to join our dynamic litigation team. This position will focus on general liability and professional liability matters, providing a unique opportunity to handle complex cases in a collaborative and client-focused environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage all aspects of litigation, including pleadings, discovery, depositions, motion practice, and trial preparation
• Conduct legal research and draft memoranda, pleadings, and motions
• Represent clients in court appearances, mediations, and arbitrations
• Communicate effectively with clients, opposing counsel, and insurance carriers
• Develop litigation strategies and work closely with senior attorneys and partners

Qualifications:

• J.D. from an accredited law school
• 2 to 8 years of experience in general liability and/or professional liability defense
• Active license/ In good standing to practice law
• Strong analytical, research, and writing skills
• Excellent communication and advocacy skills
• Ability to manage multiple cases and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment

Why Join Us?

Wicker Smith takes pride in providing our employees with an excellent work environment, competitive pay and benefits and endless possibility for growth for those who join our team and initiatives to provide the best service to our clients.

Wicker Smith is a proud Equal Opportunity Employer.