Business Litigation Associate

Jobot; Jacksonville (FL); Ibrido; USD 130.000 - 170.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

Jobot seeks a qualified business/commercial litigation attorney in Jacksonville, FL to manage a docket from inception through trial and to draft and argue motions, pleadings, and subpoenas. You will take and defend depositions and coordinate expert discovery while shaping litigation strategy with clients.

Florida Bar admission in good standing and 3+ years of relevant experience are required. The role offers hybrid/remote options and a strong compensation package.

Competenze

• Florida Bar admission in good standing (required).
• At least 3 years of business/commercial litigation experience (required).
• Strong writing skills with experience drafting pleadings, motions, discovery, and settlement communications.
• Deposition experience (taking and defending) and comfort handling hearings.
• Experience in Florida state court practice; federal court experience is a plus.
• Ability to manage deadlines and competing priorities with minimal oversight.
• Professional, client-ready communication style and sound judgment.

Mansioni

• Manage a docket of business and commercial litigation matters from inception through settlement, mediation, dispositive motions, and trial prep.
• Draft and argue motions, including dispositive motions, and prepare pleadings, written discovery, and subpoenas.
• Take and defend depositions, coordinate expert discovery, and manage fact development.
• Conduct legal research and provide practical, business-focused advice to clients.
• Represent clients in hearings, mediations, and conferences in Florida state and federal courts.
• Collaborate with internal teams and clients to align litigation strategy with business goals.

Conoscenze

Strong writing skills

Deposition experience

Deadline management

Client communication

Formazione

Florida Bar admission in good standing

Descrizione del lavoro

Job details

Salary: $130,000 - $170,000 per year

A bit about us

We're a small but nimble full-service law firm based in Jacksonville.

Why join us

• Great team
• Loyal clients
• Fantastic reputation

What You’ll Do

• Manage a docket of business and commercial litigation matters from inception through settlement, mediation, dispositive motions, and trial prep
• Draft and argue motions, including dispositive motions, and prepare pleadings, written discovery, and subpoenas
• Take and defend depositions, coordinate expert discovery, and manage fact development
• Conduct legal research and provide practical, business-focused advice to clients
• Represent clients in hearings, mediations, and conferences in Florida state and federal courts
• Collaborate with internal teams and clients to align litigation strategy with business goals

What We’re Looking For

• Florida Bar admission in good standing (required)
• At least 3 years of business/commercial litigation experience (required)
• Strong writing skills with experience drafting pleadings, motions, discovery, and settlement communications
• Deposition experience (taking and defending) and comfort handling hearings
• Experience in Florida state court practice; federal court experience is a plus
• Ability to manage deadlines and competing priorities with minimal oversight
• Professional, client-ready communication style and sound judgment

Preferred Experience (Nice to Have)

• Experience with breach of contract, partnership/shareholder disputes, business torts, and/or injunctions
• Trial experience or meaningful trial preparation experience
• Exposure to arbitration and mediation strategy

What You’ll Get

• Competitive compensation package
• Direct client contact and meaningful responsibility
• Supportive team environment with room for growth
• Flexibility for hybrid/remote options depending on business needs and location

Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.