Associate - Litigation (Miami)

DLA Piper LLP; Miami, Northern (FL, KY); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

DLA Piper seeks an associate to join the Litigation group, Business and Commercial subgroup in our Miami office. The role involves case management, client interaction, and high‑quality legal writing.

Eligible candidates have a JD and at least 4 years of litigation experience in a law firm, with strong communication and collaboration skills. Hybrid in‑office schedule and ongoing professional development are offered.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor degree required.
• Minimum 4 years of strong litigation experience across varied practices.
• Law firm experience required; federal court clerkship a plus.

Responsibilities

• Case management from inception to resolution, including researching, drafting pleadings, and trial preparations.
• Build and maintain client relationships with timely updates and responsive communication.
• Conduct thorough legal research and draft briefs, motions, contracts, and correspondence.

Skills

Excellent written & verbal comms

Analytical & problem solving

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Collaborative & independent work

Oral & written advocacy

Education

JD

Job description

DLA Piper is, at its core, bold, exceptional, collaborative and supportive. Our people are the backbone, heart and soul of our firm. Wherever you are in your professional journey, DLA Piper is a place you can engage in meaningful work and grow your career. Let's see what we can achieve. Together.**Summary**DLA Piper is seeking an associate to join our Litigation group, Business and Commercial subgroup. This position is open to our Miami office.**Responsibilities*** Responsibilities as an Associate will vary based on specific practice group.* Case Management: Assist in managing a variety of cases from inception to resolution, including conducting legal research, drafting pleadings, and preparing for trials or settlements.* Client Interaction: Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, providing them with regular updates and addressing their concerns promptly and professionally.* Legal Research and Writing: Conduct thorough legal research and draft well-reasoned legal documents, including briefs, motions, contracts, and correspondence.* Collaboration: Work collaboratively with other attorneys, paralegals, and support staff to develop case strategies and achieve favorable outcomes for clients.* Compliance: Ensure compliance with legal standards and regulations, keeping up-to-date with changes in laws and legal precedents.* Professional Development: Participate in ongoing training and development opportunities to enhance your legal skills and knowledge.* Engage in pro bono work by providing legal assistance to underserved and underrepresented communities ensuring access to justice for all individuals.**Desired Skills*** Excellent written and verbal communication abilities* Strong analytical and problem-solving skills* Attention to detail* Good business judgment* Excellent organizational skills* Ability to work collaboratively and independently* Demonstrated oral and written communication skills* Research and problem-solving skills* Conceptual thinking* Ability to influence others* Persuasive communication* Management skills**Minimum Education*** JD**Minimum Years of Experience*** Minimum 4 years of strong litigation experience across a variety of practices.* Law firm experience is required.* Federal court clerkship is a plus.**Essential Job Expectations**While the specific job requirements of a DLA Piper position may vary depending upon scope of the job and area of specialty, there are certain universal requirements that are expected of all DLA Piper employees, which include but are not limited to:* Effectively communicate, verbally and in writing, with clients, lawyers, business professionals, and third parties;* Produce deliverables, answer phone calls, and reply to correspondence in an efficient and responsive manner;* Provide timely, accurate, and quality work product;* Successfully meet deadlines, expectations, and perform work duties as required;* Foster positive work relationships;* Comply with all firm policies and practices;* Engage in both physical and sedentary activity, such as (a) working at a computer for extended periods of time, including on-screen reading and typing; (b) participating in digital/virtual conference calls; (c) participating in meetings as needed;* Ability to work under pressure and manage competing demands in a fast-paced environment;* Perform all other duties, tasks or projects as assigned.Our employees are expected to embrace and uphold our firm values as a part of our DLA Piper culture. We are committed to excellence in how we represent our clients and develop our people.**Physical Demands**Sedentary work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally and all other sedentary criteria are met.**Work Environment-The firm's work location requirements may be modified at the firm's discretion*** Hybrid - Regular in-office presence with some flexibility for work-from-home**Disclaimer**The purpose of this job description is to provide a concise statement of the work elements and to organize and present the information in a standardized way. It is not intended to describe all the elements of the work that may be performed by every individual in this classification, nor should it serve as the sole criteria for personnel decisions and actions. The job duties, requirements, and expectations for this position may be modified at the Firm's discretion at any time. This job description does not change the at-will nature of employment.Application Process: Applicants must apply directly online instead of sending application materials via email. Reasonable accommodations may be made upon request to permit individuals with a disability to perform the essential functions and responsibilities of the position or to participate in the job selection process. If you have a request for an accommodation during the application process, please contact [e-mail].**Search Firms**Per the terms of our agreement, all candidates must be submitted through the firm's agency portal for consideration. If you have an agreement with the firm, please log in to the agency portal. If you do not have an agreement with us and would like us to consider candidates, please send a blind candidate profile to [e-mail] who are not based in the jurisdiction in which this position is posted and who apply for this role are doing so voluntarily and are not eligible for relocation assistance. Any relocation benefits, if any, are provided only where a relocation is required at the firm's direction and in accordance with applicable policy and law.#LI-CS1#LI-Hybrid*DLA Piper is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.**.*