General Liability Associate Attorney

Morgan & Morgan, P.A.; Naples (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Job summary

Morgan & Morgan, a leading personal injury law firm, is seeking an experienced Associate Attorney in Naples. You will work closely with our Trial Attorneys, providing support before, during and after trials to help deliver client-centered outcomes.

Requirements include a law degree, an active Florida Bar in good standing, and 1+ years of litigation experience (PI preferred). Strong writing and communication skills are essential. We offer a comprehensive benefits package and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Law degree from a fully accredited law school.
• Active member in good standing with the FL State Bar Association.
• 1+ years of Litigation experience (PI preferred).
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong interest in Personal Injury Law.
• Superior writing and oral advocacy skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal support to clients and trial assist attorneys
• Maintain client relationships
• Handling files from complaint to resolution
• Prepare legal reports and documents
• Interaction with expert witnesses to include conferences, drafting of expert reports and affidavits
• Attendance and preparation for depositions, mediations, hearings, and court appearances
• Work closely with Litigation Paralegals and Case Managers

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Oral advocacy

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

At Morgan & Morgan, the work we do matters. For millions of Americans, we’re their last line of defense against insurance companies, large corporations or defective goods. From attorneys in all 50 states, to client support staff, creative marketing to operations teams, every member of our firm has a key role to play in the winning fight for consumer rights. Our over 6,000 employees are all united by one mission: For the People.

Summary

We are seeking an experienced, detail-orientedAssociate Attorney to join ourteam in Naples. As an associate you will work closely with our talented Trial Attorneys, providing support before, during and after trials. This is an opportunity to learn and develop litigation skills alongside world-class trial attorneys. You will learn and execute the playbook, becoming a polished and well-rounded litigator.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal support to clients and trial assist attorneys
• Maintain client relationships
• Handling files from complaint to resolution
• Prepare legal reports and documents
• Interaction with expert witnesses to include conferences, drafting of expert reports and affidavits
• Attendance and preparation for depositions, mediations, hearings, and court appearances
• Work closely with Litigation Paralegals and Case Managers

Qualifications

• Law degree from a fully accredited law school
• An active member in good standing with the FL State Bar Association
• 1+ years of Litigation experience (PI preferred).
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong interest in Personal Injury Law.
• Superior writing and oral advocacy skills

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Morgan & Morgan is a leading personal injury law firm dedicated to protecting the people, not the powerful. This success starts with our staff. For full-time employees, we offer an excellent benefits package including medical and dental insurance, 401(k) plan, paid time off and paid holidays.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Morgan & Morgan provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

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