Civil Litigation Associate Attorney

Orion Placement; Jacksonville (FL); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 175,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Vision insurance

Job summary

Orion Placement in Jacksonville, FL is seeking an experienced civil litigation attorney to manage and support cases from pleadings through resolution. The role involves drafting motions and discovery, attending depositions and hearings, and coordinating with senior attorneys on trial preparation.

The ideal candidate has Florida Bar membership, 1+ year civil litigation experience (2+ preferred), and strong writing, analytical, and organizational skills.

Qualifications

• Active Florida Bar membership in good standing.
• 1+ years of professional civil litigation experience; 2+ years preferred.
• Hands-on experience attending depositions and court hearings.
• Experience drafting litigation documents, conducting discovery, and performing legal research.
• Strong written communication, analytical, and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage competing deadlines and contribute effectively within a collaborative team.
• Willingness to work primarily from our Jacksonville or Boca Raton office.

Responsibilities

• Manage and support civil litigation cases from initial pleadings through resolution.
• Draft motions, pleadings, discovery requests, responses, and legal memoranda.
• Attend depositions, court hearings, mediations, and settlement negotiations.
• Conduct legal research, evaluate evidence, and develop effective case strategies.
• Collaborate with experienced attorneys on complex disputes and trial preparation.
• Communicate with clients, opposing counsel, and expert witnesses.
• Maintain organized case files, manage deadlines, and deliver high-quality legal work.

Skills

Civil litigation

Deposition participation

Legal research

Written communication

Team collaboration

Education

Florida Bar license

Job description

Pay: $150,000.00 - $175,000.00 per year

Why This Is a Great Opportunity

• Handle meaningful, challenging civil litigation matters with opportunities to strengthen your courtroom and advocacy skills.
• Work alongside experienced litigation attorneys who value collaboration, strategic thinking, and professional growth.
• Take an active role in depositions, hearings, mediations, negotiations, and trial preparation.
• Enjoy occasional work-from-home flexibility while being part of a supportive, office-based legal team.
• Build your career in a practice that values initiative, creative problem-solving, and exceptional client service.

Location

Jacksonville, FL . Join our team at either Florida office, with occasional remote flexibility. We offer the opportunity to collaborate closely with colleagues in person while enjoying some flexibility to work from home.

Note

Candidates must hold an active Florida Bar license and have experience attending depositions and court hearings. At least 1 year of civil litigation experience is required, with 1+ years preferred. We welcome qualified attorneys from law firms, solo practices, and in-house legal backgrounds.

About Us

Confidential Employer.

We are an established Florida civil litigation practice dedicated to helping businesses and individuals navigate complex legal challenges. Our team combines strong litigation experience with a collaborative, entrepreneurial approach to delivering outstanding results. We believe in empowering attorneys to grow professionally, contribute meaningful ideas, and make a real impact.

Job Description

• Manage and support civil litigation cases from initial pleadings through resolution.
• Draft motions, pleadings, discovery requests, responses, and legal memoranda.
• Attend depositions, court hearings, mediations, and settlement negotiations.
• Conduct legal research, evaluate evidence, and develop effective case strategies.
• Collaborate with experienced attorneys on complex disputes and trial preparation.
• Communicate with clients, opposing counsel, and expert witnesses.
• Maintain organized case files, manage deadlines, and deliver high-quality legal work.

Qualifications

• Active Florida Bar membership in good standing.
• 1+ years of professional civil litigation experience; 2+ years preferred.
• Hands-on experience attending depositions and court hearings.
• Experience drafting litigation documents, conducting discovery, and performing legal research.
• Strong written communication, analytical, and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage competing deadlines and contribute effectively within a collaborative team.
• Willingness to work primarily from our Jacksonville or Boca Raton office.

Why You Will Love Working Here

You'll join a team that values your ideas, supports professional development, and gives you opportunities to work on interesting, substantive legal matters. With experienced colleagues, meaningful client relationships, and a culture that encourages initiative, this is an excellent place to continue building a rewarding litigation career.

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Benefits

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance