First-Chair Premises Liability & Auto Defense Trial Attorney

Hamilton Miller & Birthisel; Miami (FL); Hybrid; USD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation with bonus

Unlimited PTO

401(k) with company match

Commuter Reimbursement

Job summary

Hamilton Miller & Birthisel LLP in Florida seeks a Senior Attorney to independently manage defense litigated cases in premises liability and auto defense matters, with ownership of case strategy and trial preparation.

The role involves high-volume matters, in-person depositions and site inspections, and serving as first chair at trial when litigation proceeds. Travel and hybrid in-office work are required, with substantial client communication and business development responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor from an accredited law school.
• Active membership in good standing with the Florida Bar.
• Minimum of 7 years of Bar admission with at least 5 years in premises liability and auto defense.

Responsibilities

• Independently manages cases involving premises liability and auto defense matters.
• Serves as first chair in jury trials and evidentiary hearings.
• Conducts and defends fact and expert depositions, including retained and opposing experts.
• Drafts and argues dispositive motions, including motions for summary judgment, and appears at related hearings.
• Prepares litigation strategy, evaluates exposure, and advises clients on case direction with a trial-ready approach.

Skills

First-chair trial

Client communications

Business development

Trial prep

Education

J.D.

Florida Bar

Job description

Hamilton Miller & Birthisel LLP in Florida seeks a Senior Attorney to independently manage defense litigated cases in premises liability and auto defense matters, with ownership of case strategy and trial preparation.

The role involves high-volume matters, in-person depositions and site inspections, and serving as first chair at trial when litigation proceeds. Travel and hybrid in-office work are required, with substantial client communication and business development responsibilities.