Junior Associate Attorney

AppleOne; Kissimmee (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Bar dues & CLE assistance

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Florida law firm in Osceola County, Kissimmee, FL is seeking a motivated Junior Associate Attorney to join its growing legal team. This direct hire opportunity targets an early-career attorney who wants to build courtroom, client service, legal writing, and case management skills in a supportive environment.

Work with senior attorneys on matters involving family law, probate, estate planning, and related services.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor from an accredited law school.
• Active membership in The Florida Bar and authorization to practice law in Florida.
• 1 to 2 years of legal experience required, with 2 to 5 years preferred.
• Strong legal research, writing, analytical, and drafting skills.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments, deadlines, and case priorities.
• Professional verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail, organization, judgment, and client confidentiality.
• Ability to work independently while taking direction and collaborating with attorneys and staff.

Responsibilities

• Conduct legal research and prepare memoranda related to Florida law and applicable federal law.
• Draft pleadings, motions, correspondence, contracts, agreements, and other legal documents.
• Assist senior attorneys with litigation matters, particularly in family law, probate, and estate planning.
• Support discovery, document review, hearing preparation, depositions, mediations, and negotiations.
• Communicate professionally with clients, courts, opposing counsel, agencies, and other professionals.
• Maintain organized case files, monitor deadlines, enter time accurately, and assist with general case management.

Skills

Legal research

Legal writing

Drafting

Communication skills

Multitasking

Independence + collaboration

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Case management software

Job description

Job Summary

A Florida law firm in Osceola County is seeking a motivated Junior Associate Attorney to join its growing legal team in Kissimmee, FL. This direct hire opportunity is ideal for an early-career attorney who wants to build practical courtroom, client service, legal writing, and case management skills in a supportive professional environment. The Junior Associate Attorney will work closely with senior attorneys on matters involving family law, probate, estate planning, and related legal services. This is a strong opportunity for an attorney who values mentorship, hands-on learning, meaningful client interaction, and professional growth within a collaborative team setting. The firm offers a positive work environment with supportive leadership, opportunities to develop courtroom confidence, and exposure to a broad range of client matters. This role is well suited for a detail-oriented legal professional who is eager to learn, contribute, and grow within a stable legal practice.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct legal research and prepare memoranda related to Florida law and applicable federal law.
• Draft pleadings, motions, correspondence, contracts, agreements, and other legal documents.
• Assist senior attorneys with litigation matters, particularly in family law, probate, and estate planning.
• Support discovery, document review, hearing preparation, depositions, mediations, and negotiations.
• Communicate professionally with clients, courts, opposing counsel, agencies, and other professionals.
• Maintain organized case files, monitor deadlines, enter time accurately, and assist with general case management.

Compensation and Benefits

• Salary range: $65,000 to $80,000 per year.
• Direct hire opportunity.
• Benefits may include health insurance, retirement plan, paid time off, paid holidays, bar dues and/or continuing legal education assistance, and professional development opportunities.

Required Qualifications and Skills

• Assist with family law, probate, estate planning, litigation, and related legal matters.
• Draft pleadings, motions, memoranda, correspondence, contracts, and agreements.
• Prepare for hearings, depositions, mediations, negotiations, and client meetings.
• Conduct legal research and support case preparation under the supervision of senior attorneys.
• Juris Doctor from an accredited law school.
• Active membership in The Florida Bar and authorization to practice law in Florida.
• 1 to 2 years of legal experience required, with 2 to 5 years preferred.
• Strong legal research, writing, analytical, and drafting skills.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments, deadlines, and case priorities.
• Professional verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail, organization, judgment, and client confidentiality.
• Ability to work independently while taking direction and collaborating with attorneys and staff.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and commonly used legal technology.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with family law, probate, estate planning, or civil litigation matters.
• Prior experience attending hearings, depositions, mediations, or client meetings.
• Familiarity with Florida court procedures, discovery practices, and legal case management systems.
• Interest in developing long-term practical legal skills within a client-focused law firm environment.

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