Litigation Associate

Legal Search Solutions, Inc.; Boca Raton (FL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Legal Search Solutions, Inc. in Boca Raton, FL is seeking an Associate Attorney to join its sophisticated commercial litigation team. The ideal candidate will handle complex business disputes, perform in-depth research and writing, and independently manage significant litigation aspects.

You will work on challenging issues alongside experienced litigators, with opportunities for courtroom appearances, hearings, and negotiations. Florida Bar in good standing and JD are required.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor from an accredited law school.
• Active membership in good standing with The Florida Bar.
• Strong research, analytical, and persuasive writing abilities.

Responsibilities

• Handle complex commercial litigation matters in state and federal courts.
• Draft pleadings, dispositive motions, memoranda of law, and other substantive legal documents.
• Manage written discovery, document production, and depositions.
• Represent clients in hearings, mediations, arbitrations, and other proceedings.
• Conduct legal research and develop effective litigation strategies.
• Work directly with clients on case evaluation, risk assessment, and dispute resolution.
• Assist with trial preparation and courtroom proceedings.

Skills

Legal research

Legal writing

Litigation management

Communication

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

Practice Area: Complex Commercial Litigation

Position: Associate Attorney

Position Overview

An established and highly respected South Florida law firm is seeking a talented Commercial Litigation Attorney to join its sophisticated litigation practice. The ideal candidate will have experience handling complex business disputes, strong legal research and writing skills, and the ability to independently manage significant aspects of litigation matters.

This opportunity offers exposure to sophisticated commercial disputes, challenging legal issues, and a collaborative team of experienced litigators.

Key Responsibilities

• Handle complex commercial litigation matters in state and federal courts.
• Draft pleadings, dispositive motions, memoranda of law, and other substantive legal documents.
• Manage written discovery, document production, and depositions.
• Represent clients in hearings, mediations, arbitrations, and other proceedings.
• Conduct legal research and develop effective litigation strategies.
• Work directly with clients on case evaluation, risk assessment, and dispute resolution.
• Assist with trial preparation and courtroom proceedings.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor from an accredited law school.
• Active membership in good standing with The Florida Bar.
• Prior experience handling commercial or complex business litigation.
• Strong legal research, analytical, and persuasive writing abilities.
• Experience with depositions, motion practice, and court appearances.
• Ability to manage multiple matters while meeting deadlines.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and client-management skills.
• Federal court litigation experience preferred.

Practice Areas May Include

• Business and contractual disputes
• Partnership and shareholder disputes
• Business torts and fiduciary duty claims
• Fraud and misrepresentation
• Restrictive covenants and trade secrets
• Commercial arbitration and complex civil litigation

The position offers the opportunity to work on sophisticated commercial litigation matters alongside experienced attorneys in a well-established South Florida law firm.

All candidate inquiries will be handled confidentially.