Civil Litigation Attorney

RightWorks; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Vision Insurance

Dental Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

401(k)

Job summary

RightWorks is seeking a Civil Litigation Attorney with 2–5 years of civil litigation experience for a defense-focused practice. The role emphasizes direct case oversight, discovery, depositions, and trial support across multiple liability areas.

The ideal candidate holds a JD and is a current Florida Bar member in good standing, with strong negotiation and trial readiness. Comprehensive benefits are provided as part of a rewarding, long‑term career at a large defense firm.

Qualifications

• J.D. required and active Florida Bar in good standing.

Responsibilities

• Direct and lead civil defense files in general liability matters.
• Analyze cases and develop case strategy at the outset.
• Perform discovery including document reviews and interrogatories.
• Take depositions of parties and witnesses.
• Draft motions and attend hearings.
• Negotiate settlements on behalf of clients.
• Assist and lead in trial proceedings.

Skills

Legal analysis

Case strategy

Deposition skills

Discovery management

Negotiation

Education

Juris Doctor

Florida Bar in good standing

Tools

Document review

Job description

Civil Litigation Attorney

Overview

Our firm is currently collaborating with a distinguished full-service defense law firm boasting 19 offices and over 120 lawyers nationwide. We are seeking a Trial Attorney with 2-5 years of civil litigation experience, defense experience is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Direct and lead legal files related to General Liability Defense.
• Provide initial analysis of cases and develop case strategy.
• Conduct discovery, including document reviews and interrogatories.
• Take depositions of relevant parties and witnesses.
• Draft legal motions and attend hearings.
• Negotiate settlements on behalf of clients.
• Assist and lead in trial proceedings.

Practice Areas

• Premises Liability
• First and Third-Party Property
• Construction Defect
• Products Liability
• Insurance
• General Liability
• Automobile Liability (PIP, BI, UM/UIM, ECL)

Expectations

Work collaboratively as part of a strong team. We are seeking candidates willing to make a long-term commitment to building their skills and experience while enjoying a rewarding career.

Requirements

Juris Doctor degree, and current member of the Florida Bar in good standing.

Benefits

• Medical Insurance
• Voluntary Vision and Dental Insurance
• Voluntary Life Insurance
• Short and Long-Term Disability
• 401(k)