Associate Attorney

Quintairos, Prieto, Wood & Boyer; Tallahassee (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Life insurance & short-term disability

401(k) with employer match

Paid vacation, holidays, and personal/

Job summary

Quintairos, Prieto, Wood & Boyer (QPWB) in Tallahassee seeks an Associate Attorney to join our in-office team. The ideal candidate has 2+ years in civil litigation or insurance defense and a strong litigation foundation with excellent research and writing skills.

This full-time position offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits. The attorney will manage cases, draft pleadings, conduct discovery, take depositions, and collaborate with senior attorneys in a dynamic, fast-paced

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school is required.
• Active member in good standing with the Florida Bar.
• 2+ years of civil litigation or insurance defense experience.
• Experience handling insurance defense matters preferred.
• Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage an active caseload through all phases of litigation.
• Draft pleadings, motions, discovery requests and responses, legal memoranda, and other litigation-related documents.
• Conduct legal research and assist in developing case strategy.
• Handle written discovery and participate in fact and expert discovery.
• Take and defend depositions.
• Attend hearings, mediations, case management conferences, and other court proceedings.
• Assist with and participate in trial preparation.
• Communicate regularly with clients, opposing counsel, experts, and other parties.
• Maintain compliance with court deadlines and client reporting requirements.
• Collaborate with attorneys and staff to ensure effective and efficient case management.

Skills

Legal research

Legal writing

Analytical skills

Litigation management

Communication

Time-management

Education

J.D. from an accredited law school

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 Associate Attorney to join our Tallahassee office. This is a full-time, in-office position offering a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.

About the Role

We are seeking an Associate Attorney with 2+ years of civil litigation or insurance defense experience to join our growing Tallahassee office. The ideal candidate will have a strong litigation foundation, excellent research and writing skills, and the ability to effectively manage cases in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

This position offers the opportunity to handle a diverse caseload, gain meaningful litigation experience, and work alongside experienced attorneys representing a variety of clients.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Manage an active caseload through all phases of litigation
• Draft pleadings, motions, discovery requests and responses, legal memoranda, and other litigation-related documents
• Conduct legal research and assist in developing case strategy
• Handle written discovery and participate in fact and expert discovery
• Take and defend depositions
• Attend hearings, mediations, case management conferences, and other court proceedings
• Assist with and participate in trial preparation
• Communicate regularly with clients, opposing counsel, experts, and other parties
• Maintain compliance with court deadlines and client reporting requirements
• Collaborate with attorneys and staff to ensure effective and efficient case management

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school
• Active member in good standing with the Florida Bar
• 2+ years of civil litigation or insurance defense experience
• Experience handling insurance defense matters preferred
• Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills
• Experience with discovery, depositions, hearings, and motion practice preferred
• Excellent organizational, communication, and time-management skills
• Ability to manage multiple matters and deadlines in a fast-paced litigation environment
• Strong commitment to client service and collaborative teamwork

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.