Associate Attorney - Litigation

Jobot; Naples (FL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 175,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobot in Tampa seeks a dynamic Litigation Associate to join our civil defense team. The ideal candidate will handle complex liability matters and take ownership of cases in a collaborative, high-performance environment.

You will draft pleadings, motions, and briefs; conduct legal research; manage a diverse docket from inception to resolution; and collaborate with senior attorneys on case strategy. Florida bar admission is required, with 3–8 years of liability litigation experience.

Qualifications

• Florida admission to practice is required.
• 3–8 years of liability litigation experience.
• Strong written and oral advocacy skills.
• Ability to manage a complex caseload and meet deadlines.
• Team oriented with a commitment to client service.
• Experience handling a broad spectrum of civil defense matters.

Responsibilities

• Draft pleadings, motions, discovery, and briefs.
• Conduct legal research and provide strategic recommendations.
• Handle depositions, mediations, hearings, and trial preparation.
• Collaborate with senior attorneys on case strategy.
• Maintain strong communication with clients and internal teams.

Skills

Advocacy skills

Case management

Collaboration

Job description

We are seeking a dynamic and motivated Litigation Associate to join our Tampa litigation team. The ideal candidate will have strong experience defending complex liability matters and be ready to take ownership of cases in a collaborative, high performance environment. You will work alongside seasoned trial lawyers handling a broad spectrum of civil defense matters including general liability, professional liability, transportation, and retail litigation.

Salary: $120,000 - $175,000 per year

Job Details

• Admission to practice in Florida
• Three to eight years of experience in liability litigation
• Strong written and oral advocacy skills
• Ability to manage a complex caseload and meet deadlines
• Team oriented mindset with a commitment to client service
• Manage a diverse docket of liability cases from inception through resolution
• Draft pleadings, motions, discovery, and briefs
• Conduct legal research and provide strategic recommendations
• Handle depositions, mediations, hearings, and trial preparation
• Collaborate with senior attorneys on case strategy
• Maintain strong communication with clients and internal teams

For more information about this position, feel free to contact me directly.

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