Associate Attorney Construction Commercial Litigation

JMI Resource; Land O' Lakes (FL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship from experienced attorneys

Competitive salary with growth

Collaborative culture

Job summary

JMI Resource is assisting a boutique firm in Land O' Lakes, FL, in hiring an Associate Attorney for construction and commercial litigation. The role targets 0–4 years of experience with hands-on litigation exposure and direct client interaction.

The attorney will conduct comprehensive legal research, draft pleadings and contracts, and negotiate favorable outcomes while staying current on applicable laws. On-site work, mentorship, and rapid professional growth are offered.

Qualifications

• JD from an accredited law school required.
• Bar admission to the Florida Bar or readiness to take the exam within the year.
• Excellent writing and analytical skills essential.

Responsibilities

• Conduct legal research to support construction and commercial litigation.
• Draft pleadings, contracts, memos, and client correspondence.
• Negotiate with opposing counsel and stakeholders for favorable outcomes.
• Maintain thorough case records in the case management system.
• Remain informed on laws across jurisdictions affecting construction law.

Skills

Excellent writing

Strong analytical skills

Negotiation & communication

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Florida Bar admission

Job description

Job Description

Job Description

Associate Attorney – Construction & Commercial Litigation

• Pay: $70,000.00 - $90,000.00 per year
• Location: Land O' lakes (On site)
• Schedule: 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM

We are looking for a motivated Associate Attorney with 0–4 years of experience. This is a hands‑on opportunity for a recent law graduate or early‑career attorney to gain direct litigation experience, mentorship from seasoned construction law attorneys, and rapid professional growth in a dynamic, client‑focused practice.

Associates are given substantial responsibility, early client interaction, and courtroom exposure, supported by structured training and experienced supervision to ensure professional development and success.

About the firm

Our client is a small, client‑focused boutique firm specializing in construction litigation. They represent contractors, subcontractors, suppliers, and property owners, offering associates substantial responsibility and direct client interaction.

Duties

• Conduct comprehensive legal research to support case preparation and legal analysis.
• Draft clear and precise legal documents such as pleadings, contracts, memoranda, and correspondence tailored to various practice areas.
• Participate in negotiations with opposing counsel or stakeholders to achieve favorable outcomes for clients.
• Maintain detailed records of case activities, correspondence, and legal documentation within the law office management system.
• Stay informed about current laws and regulations across multiple jurisdictions affecting construction law.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school; admission to the state bar is required.
• Licensed in Florida or preparing to take the bar exam within the year.
• 0–4 years of litigation experience (construction law experience can be helpful but is not necessary).
• Excellent writing skills with the ability to produce well‑organized legal documents and correspondence.
• Strong analytical skills with attention to detail in legal drafting and research tasks.
• Prior experience working in a law office setting or legal administrative role is preferred.
• Ability to effectively negotiate and communicate complex legal concepts clearly and professionally.

Why Join Us

• Early hands‑on litigation experience
• Direct mentorship from experienced construction law attorneys
• Competitive salary commensurate with ability and rapid salary growth as ability grows
• Collaborative, supportive culture
• If you’re looking to build your career in business and construction law with litigation opportunities and want to use your education and intelligence to practice law in real world situations, we’d love to hear from you

Company Description

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