Associate First Party Property Attorney - Orlando

The Lawgical Firm P.A.; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Flexible professional schedule

Health insurance

Paid time off

Disability insurance

Life Insurance

Job summary

A Florida-based law firm is looking for an experienced Associate Attorney with Property Insurance First Party experience. The role involves drafting legal documents, conducting depositions, and negotiating settlements. Ideal candidates will have at least 3 years of experience, a law degree, and be proficient in both English and Spanish. The firm offers a flexible schedule, health benefits, and a supportive team environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of experience, with at least one year of First Party Property experience.
• Ability to conduct depositions of clients and other key witnesses within the second week of employment.
• Prior First Party Property litigation required - Defense or Plaintiff side.

Responsibilities

• Draft, proofread, and file legal documents such as pleadings and motions.
• Communicate effectively with experts, clients, witnesses, and opposing counsel.
• Negotiate settlements while maintaining a trial-ready approach.

Skills

Bilingual (Spanish or Vietnamese)

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Legal analysis and critical thinking

Problem solving

Oral advocacy skills

Education

Law degree from a fully accredited law school

Active member in good standing with the Florida State Bar Association

Job description

Overview

We are seeking a driven, committed, and detail-oriented Associate Attorney with Property Insurance First Party experience, either Plaintiff or Defense, to join our collaborative team of legal professionals. We represent homeowners, residential and commercial property owners, associations and tenants with their property damage claims. As an associate, you will work closely with our other talented attorneys and staff, providing support throughout the journey of a case file. This is not an entry level position. You will be expected to effectively defend and conduct depositions of clients, insurance adjusters and other key witnesses after a short onboarding period. Bilingual (Spanish or Vietnamese) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Draft, proofread, and file legal documents such as pleadings, motions, discovery responses, subpoenas, memoranda and correspondence.
• Communicate effectively with experts, clients, witnesses, and opposing counsel.
• Track litigation deadlines, hearings, and case milestones, maintaining proactive communication with the legal team.
• Models’ ethical behavior and execute job responsibilities in accordance with our core values, ethics, and information protection policies
• Attendance and preparation for depositions, mediations, hearings, and other court appearances
• Work closely and respectfully with firm staff
• Negotiate settlements while maintaining a trial-ready approach.
• Develop innovative legal strategies to maximize policyholder recoveries
• Advanced skills in legal analysis, critical thinking, legal counseling, and problem solving; creativity in resolving unique and challenging business problems; good legal and business judgment
• Able to work autonomously and as part of a team (legal and project), to lead, follow, and collaborate

Qualifications

• Team-oriented leader with an ability to mentor and guide staff
• Law degree from a fully accredited law school
• An active member in good standing with the Florida State Bar Association
• Prior First Party Property litigation required - Defense or Plaintiff side
• Prior experience in first party property as a legal clerk or staff for at least 1 year may be considered, but is not preferred.
• Candidate must be able to effectively defend depositions of clients and other key witnesses within the second week of employment. Candidates should need only minimal shadowing opportunities for these type of depositions. Ability to conduct depositions of corporate representatives and others will be given preference.
• Preference will be given to candidates that speak both English and Spanish with conversational fluency.
• Ability to work in the Orlando office.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong interest in contract law, litigation and helping people
• Proficient computer, writing and oral advocacy skills
• Minimum of 3 years experience, with at least one year of First Party Property experience.
• 401(k) matching
• Flexible professional schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Disability insurance
• Life Insurance

Equal Employment Opportunity

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status.

ADA Compliance

Employment with the Lawgical Firm, P.C. is at-will. This means that either the employee or the company may terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause or notice, unless otherwise required by law. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply. We welcome applications from veterans and those with military experience.