Associate (Litigation)

Platinum Legal Search Group, LLC; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Platinum Legal Search Group, LLC in Tampa, Florida, is recruiting a Commercial Litigation Associate for a fast-growing AmLaw firm. The role focuses on complex commercial litigation and requires a candidate committed to office collegiality and firm culture.

The position is based in Tampa and requires active Florida Bar status with 3-5 years of professional litigation experience, including state and federal court matters.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of professional legal experience.
• Active admission to the Florida Bar is mandatory.
• Proven background in civil litigation case management within both State and Federal Courts.

Responsibilities

• Conducting fact investigations and comprehensive legal research.
• Drafting discovery requests and preparing pleadings.
• Taking and defending depositions.
• Participating in mediations and communicating with clients and opposing counsel.
• Representing the firm in court for motions, pre-hearing proceedings, and trials.

Skills

Florida Bar admission

Civil litigation

Case management

Job description

3-5 years of experience; Admission to the Florida bar required; Experience in civil litigation case management in both State and Federal Courts.

Law Firm Job

Full Opportunity Brief

Contextual Overview

Platinum Legal Search Group, LLC is recruiting a Commercial Litigation Associate for a fast-growing AmLaw firm based in Tampa, Florida. The role focuses on complex commercial litigation and requires a candidate committed to office collegiality and firm culture.

Key Eligibility Criteria

• Experience: 3-5 years of professional legal experience.
• Licensure: Active admission to the Florida Bar is mandatory.
• Expertise: Proven background in civil litigation case management within both State and Federal Courts.
• Preferred Background: Experience in real estate, consumer finance, and construction litigation.

Responsibilities & Scope of Work

• Conducting fact investigations and comprehensive legal research.
• Drafting discovery requests and preparing pleadings.
• Taking and defending depositions.
• Participating in mediations and communicating with clients and opposing counsel.
• Representing the firm in court for motions, pre-hearing proceedings, and trials.

Stipend, Compensation & Mode

Compensation: Not specified in the official listing.