Associate Attorney — Coverage & Litigation (FL)

Freeman Mathis & Gary, LLP; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Growth opportunity

Speaking opportunities

Benefits package

Bar expenses

HSA/FSA

Life insurance

Long-term disability

Year-end bonuses

Social events

EAP

Job summary

Freeman Mathis & Gary, LLP in Ft. Lauderdale is seeking an Associate Attorney with 2–4 years’ experience handling coverage matters. The role involves maintaining client contact, confidentiality, and teamwork within a growing national firm.

Qualified candidates will have a Juris Doctor from an ABA-accredited school and be in good standing to practice in Florida. Excellent writing, negotiation, and oral advocacy skills are essential; a strong work ethic and ability to meet deadlines are required.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor degree from an ABA-accredited law school.
• In good standing and able to practice law in Florida.
• Strong critical thinking and deadline-oriented mindset.
• Self-motivated with track record of meeting billable hours goals.
• Detail oriented, organized, and professional.

Responsibilities

• Provide initial analysis and develop case strategy.
• Prepare and respond to discovery.
• Take and defend depositions, draft motions, and attend hearings.
• Explain legal options to clients and discuss potential outcomes.
• Build relationships with clients.
• Demonstrate negotiation, research, and clear written and verbal communication.

Skills

Client communication

Negotiation

Research

Legal drafting

Public speaking

Team collaboration

Time management

Attention to detail

Education

Juris Doctor (ABA-accredited)

Licensed in Florida

Tools

Microsoft Word

.Outlook

iManage

OneDrive

Job description

Freeman Mathis & Gary, LLP in Ft. Lauderdale is seeking an Associate Attorney with 2–4 years’ experience handling coverage matters. The role involves maintaining client contact, confidentiality, and teamwork within a growing national firm.

Qualified candidates will have a Juris Doctor from an ABA-accredited school and be in good standing to practice in Florida. Excellent writing, negotiation, and oral advocacy skills are essential; a strong work ethic and ability to meet deadlines are required.