Associate Attorney - 1st Party (1-4 year)

Jobot; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobot in Orlando is seeking an entry-level to junior Associate Attorney specializing in 1st Party property matters. You will work on first-party property damage claims, conduct legal research, draft pleadings and motions, and support senior attorneys through court proceedings and settlements.

Requirements include a JD from an accredited law school, admission to the FL bar, and 1–4 years of civil litigation experience. The role offers a competitive salary and a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Admitted to practice law and in good standing with the state bar of FL.
• 1–4 years of civil litigation experience, preferably in first-party property damage claims.

Responsibilities

• Represent clients in first-party property damage claims and litigation.
• Conduct extensive legal research to support case preparation and strategy.
• Draft, review, and negotiate pleadings, motions, briefs, contracts, and settlement agreements.
• Attend court proceedings, depositions, mediations, and arbitration hearings.
• Collaborate with senior attorneys to develop case strategies and legal arguments.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Negotiation

Legal research

Education

J.D.

Florida bar admission

Tools

Westlaw

LexisNexis

Job description

Job details

Entry level 1st Party property opening - Orlando

This Jobot Job is hosted by: Kris Leishman

Salary: $85,000 - $120,000 per year

A bit about us

We are seeking a dynamic and highly motivated Permanent Associate Attorney specializing in 1st Party matters to join our legal team. The ideal candidate will have 1-4 years of experience in civil litigation, with a primary focus on first-party property damage claims. This position offers an exciting opportunity to work in a fast-paced, challenging environment, providing legal advice and representation to our clients in a variety of complex legal matters. The role demands a highly skilled, versatile, and hardworking professional with a passion for law and a commitment to delivering high-quality legal services.

Why join us

• Represent clients in all stages of first-party property damage claims and litigation.
• Conduct extensive legal research to support case preparation and strategy.
• Draft, review, and negotiate legal documents including pleadings, motions, briefs, contracts, and settlement agreements.
• Attend court proceedings, depositions, mediations, and arbitration hearings.
• Collaborate with senior attorneys to develop case strategies and legal arguments.
• Provide legal advice to clients on a wide range of first-party property damage matters.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of laws, legal trends, and industry regulations.
• Ensure compliance with all legal standards and regulations.
• Develop strong relationships with clients, providing them with top-notch customer service and legal advice.
• Work collaboratively with other members of the legal team to ensure a cohesive approach to client representation.

Job Details

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Admitted to practice law and in good standing with the state bar of FL.
• 1-4 years of experience in civil litigation, preferably with a focus on first-party property damage claims.
• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong negotiation and advocacy skills.
• Ability to manage multiple cases with varying deadlines and priorities.
• Proficient in legal research tools and software.
• Detail-oriented with a high level of accuracy in work product.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Must be highly ethical, demonstrating integrity and confidentiality in all client and firm matters.

This position offers a unique opportunity to handle complex legal matters, work with a diverse client base, and contribute to our firm's reputation for excellence. If you are a dedicated legal professional with a passion for civil litigation and a commitment to client service.

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