Attorney - Insurance Defense Construction Defect

Legal Search Solutions, LLC; Fort Lauderdale (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Bonus opportunities

Benefits package

Job summary

Legal Search Solutions, LLC in Sunrise, FL seeks an experienced Litigation Associate focused on insurance defense and construction defect litigation. You will manage an active civil docket, receive mentorship from a seasoned Partner, and contribute to sophisticated matters through all phases of litigation.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years of civil litigation experience, Florida Bar admission, and strong written and verbal communication, with the ability to handle multiple priorities in a

Qualifications

• Licensed and in good standing with The Florida Bar.
• Approximately five or more years of civil litigation experience.
• Insurance defense and/or construction defect experience preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication, analytical, organizational, and time-management skills.
• Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and able to work independently or collaboratively.

Responsibilities

• Draft pleadings and motions for civil litigation matters.
• Conduct legal research to support case strategy and filings.
• Manage written discovery and document production timelines.
• Take and defend depositions and participate in hearings.
• Attend mediations, site inspections, and assist with trial preparation and proceedings.

Skills

Civil litigation

Insurance defense

Construction defect

Legal research

Depositions

Education

Florida Bar admission

Job description

A well-established litigation law firm is seeking an experienced Litigation Associate to join its expanding Sunrise, Florida office. This position focuses primarily on insurance defense and construction defect litigation and offers an excellent opportunity to work alongside an accomplished Partner with significant experience in complex construction-related matters.

The selected attorney will manage an active caseload while receiving mentorship and direct collaboration on sophisticated litigation matters. Responsibilities include handling cases through all phases of litigation, including drafting pleadings and motions, conducting legal research, managing written discovery, taking and defending depositions, attending hearings, participating in mediations, conducting site inspections, preparing for trial, and assisting with trial proceedings.

Qualified candidates should be licensed and in good standing with The Florida Bar and possess approximately five or more years of civil litigation experience, with insurance defense and/or construction defect experience preferred. The ideal candidate will have exceptional written and verbal communication skills, strong analytical abilities, excellent organizational and time-management skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment. Candidates should be self-motivated, detail-oriented, and capable of working both independently and collaboratively.

The firm offers a competitive compensation package, performance-based bonus opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits program.