Associate Attorney - Trial & Defense (Miami)

Calqulate; Miami (FL); Hybride; USD 130 000 - 160 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Bonus eligibility

Comprehensive benefits package

Résumé du poste

Calqulate Metrics Ltd is seeking a Litigation Attorney in Miami, hybrid. The ideal candidate will handle general and complex civil matters, participate in depositions, hearings, mediations, and trials, and work closely with seasoned litigators in a fast-paced setting.

Requirements include a Florida Bar in good standing, a JD from an ABA-accredited law school, and 3+ years of substantive litigation experience with strong research, writing, and analytical skills.

Qualifications

• JD from ABA-accredited law school with excellent academic record.
• Active Bar Admission in Florida, in good standing.
• 3+ years of substantive litigation experience.
• Experience handling general liability, premises liability, or complex tort matters.
• Exposure to product liability defense preferred.
• Ability to conduct legal research and draft pleadings, motions, and briefs.
• Comfortable participating in depositions, hearings, mediations, and trial preparation.
• Superior legal writing, analytical, and research skills.
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, and time management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple matters simultaneously in a fast-moving environment.

Responsabilités

• Conduct legal research and prepare detailed analyses.
• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, and other litigation-related filings.
• Participate in depositions, hearings, mediations, and trials.
• Interview clients, eyewitnesses, and other relevant parties.
• Prepare and deliver comprehensive reporting to clients regarding case status and strategy.
• Engage in significant direct communication with clients and insurers.
• Assist in all phases of case development, litigation strategy, and trial preparation.
• Collaborate with partners and team members to advance case objectives with efficiency and precision.

Connaissances

Litigation experience

Legal research

Drafting pleadings

Motions and briefs

Trial preparation

Depositions

Hearing participation

Formation

JD from ABA-accredited law school

Description du poste

LITIGATION ATTORNEY

TRIAL & DEFENSE PRACTICE

Location: Miami, FL

HYBRID

Our client, a leading international law firm, is seeking a skilled Litigation Associate Attorney to join its dynamic Trial & Defense Practice Group. This position offers the opportunity to defend a broad range of complex civil litigation matters, including general liability, premises liability, negligent security, wrongful death, automotive accidents, property damage, construction-related claims, and high-exposure product liability matters. Associates in this group gain significant hands-on experience while working closely with seasoned litigators in a fast-paced and dynamic practice.

Candidate Profile

• JD from an ABA-accredited law school with an excellent academic record
• Active Bar Admission in Florida, in good standing
• 3+ years of substantive litigation experience
• Experience handling general liability, premises liability, or complex tort matters
• Exposure to product liability defense preferred
• Demonstrated ability to conduct legal research and draft pleadings, motions, and briefs
• Comfortable participating in depositions, hearings, mediations, and trial preparation
• Superior legal writing, analytical, and research skills
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, and time management skills
• Ability to manage multiple matters simultaneously in a fast-moving environment

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct legal research and prepare detailed analyses
• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, and other litigation-related filings
• Participate in depositions, hearings, mediations, and trials
• Interview clients, eyewitnesses, and other relevant parties
• Prepare and deliver comprehensive reporting to clients regarding case status and strategy
• Engage in significant direct communication with clients and insurers
• Assist in all phases of case development, litigation strategy, and trial preparation
• Collaborate with partners and team members to advance case objectives with efficiency and precision

Why Join Us?

This opportunity offers a strong platform to practice within a nationally-recognized trial and defense group known for handling high-exposure and complex litigation matters.

Attorneys in this practice gain substantial hands-on experience, working on challenging cases spanning general liability, catastrophic injury, product liability, and negligent security claims. Associates develop strong trial skills, strategic thinking, and the ability to manage significant responsibility early in their careers.

The team is known for its deep subject-matter expertise, strong mentorship, and collaborative environment. For attorneys seeking to build a career in complex litigation within a high-performing yet collegial practice, this role provides exceptional training, professional development, and long-term advancement potential.

Compensation & Benefits

• Annual Salary: Expected annual base salary range of $130,000–$160,000, as determined by experience and market factors
• Annual Performance-based and Monthly Bonus Eligibility
• Comprehensive Benefits Package: Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance; paid parental leave; flexible paid time off; wellness programs; 401(k)/retirement plans; student loan repayment support; and additional firm-sponsored perks

Our client is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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