Lead Trial Partner — Complex Litigation (Tampa)

Shumaker, Loop & Kendrick, LLP; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 180,000 - 320,000; Full time

Job summary

Shumaker, Loop & Kendrick, LLP in Tampa seeks a junior trial partner with eight years of litigation experience to join its nationally recognized Litigation practice. The role offers growth of a trial practice while working with experienced litigators on complex, high-stakes matters across industries.

The successful candidate will lead trial strategy from pretrial to verdict, manage trial preparation, and mentor junior attorneys.

Qualifications

• Admitted to the Florida Bar, active and in good standing.
• 8+ years of litigation experience with at least two evidentiary hearings or trials to verdict.
• Experience as first chair or key trial team member in complex litigation matters.
• Strong negotiation and advocacy skills with a strategic approach to litigation and dispute resolution.
• Excellent business acumen to understand client needs and provide practical solutions.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement trial strategy in complex litigation.
• Lead and manage all aspects of trial preparation.
• Prepare and argue motions in state and federal courts.
• Draft, analyze, and defend objections to exhibit lists and witness disclosures.
• Develop comprehensive witness outlines and examination strategies for fact and expert witnesses.
• Draft and negotiate jury instructions, verdict forms, and pretrial stipulations.
• Create and manage proof matrices that align evidence with claims, defenses, and trial themes.
• Coordinate trial teams, including associates, paralegals, experts, and litigation support professionals.
• Mentor and develop junior attorneys while contributing to the growth of the Tampa litigation practice.
• Participate in business development initiatives and client relationship management.

Skills

Litigation experience

First chair

Negotiation

Strategic advocacy

Client relationships

Job description

Shumaker, Loop & Kendrick, LLP in Tampa seeks a junior trial partner with eight years of litigation experience to join its nationally recognized Litigation practice. The role offers growth of a trial practice while working with experienced litigators on complex, high-stakes matters across industries.

The successful candidate will lead trial strategy from pretrial to verdict, manage trial preparation, and mentor junior attorneys.