Defense Litigation Associate – Growth & Mentorship (Tampa)

Jobot; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 175,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobot in Tampa is seeking a dynamic Litigation Associate to join our civil defense team. You will defend complex liability matters and own cases in a collaborative, high-performance environment, working with seasoned trial lawyers on general, professional, transportation and retail litigation.

Requirements include Florida bar admission and 3–8 years in liability litigation, strong writing and oral advocacy, and the ability to manage a diverse docket while meeting deadlines.

Qualifications

• Admission to Florida Bar.
• 3–8 years of liability litigation experience.
• Strong written and oral advocacy skills.
• Ability to manage a complex caseload and meet deadlines.
• Team oriented mindset and commitment to client service.
• Experience handling depositions, hearings, and trial preparation.
• Ability to collaborate with senior attorneys on case strategy.
• Maintain strong communication with clients and internal teams.

Responsibilities

• Defend complex liability matters and take ownership of cases.
• Draft pleadings, motions, discovery, and briefs.
• Conduct legal research and provide strategic recommendations.
• Handle depositions, mediations, hearings, and trial preparation.
• Collaborate with senior attorneys on case strategy.
• Maintain client and team communications.

Skills

Liability litigation experience

Strong writing and oral advocacy

Case management

Client communication

Collaboration with senior attorneys

Education

Florida Bar admission

Job description

Jobot in Tampa is seeking a dynamic Litigation Associate to join our civil defense team. You will defend complex liability matters and own cases in a collaborative, high-performance environment, working with seasoned trial lawyers on general, professional, transportation and retail litigation.

Requirements include Florida bar admission and 3–8 years in liability litigation, strong writing and oral advocacy, and the ability to manage a diverse docket while meeting deadlines.