Litigation Associate

Squire Patton Boggs; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 140,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

Squire Patton Boggs in Miami seeks a junior to mid-level Litigation Associate with strong Spanish fluency. The role involves domestic and international litigation with frequent exposure to Spanish-language documents.

The ideal candidate has 1–5 years at a top firm or a judicial clerkship, is admitted to the Florida Bar, and holds a JD with a strong academic record. Excellent credentials and a self-starter attitude are valued traits.

Qualifications

• 1-5 years of experience at a top-tier firm and/or judicial clerkship
• Admission to the Florida Bar
• JD from an accredited law school with a strong academic record
• Excellent credentials

Responsibilities

• Conduct legal research and draft legal documents; coordinate with local counsel
• Manage discovery and support defense of litigation; liaise with opposing counsel
• Provide strong written and oral communication; support senior attorneys in case strategy
• Assist with trial preparation; courtroom and deposition experience preferred but not required

Skills

Spanish language fluency

Legal research

Drafting documents

Discovery coordination

Verbal and written communication

Self-starter

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Florida Bar admission

Tools

None

Job description

The Miami office of Squire Patton Boggs seeks a junior to mid-level Litigation Associate with strong Spanish language fluency. The role includes working on domestic and international litigation with frequent exposure to Spanish language documents.

Academic and Professional Qualifications

• 1-5 years of experience at a top-tier firm and/or judicial clerkship
• Admission to the Florida Bar
• Possess a JD from an accredited law school and a strong academic record
• Excellent credentials

Knowledge, Skills & Experience

• Spanish language fluency a substantial plus
• Legal research, drafting legal documents, conducting discovery, coordinating with local counsel, and generally defending against litigation
• Excellent research and organizational skills; strong verbal and written communication abilities
• Courtroom and deposition experience preferred but not required
• More senior candidates should have substantial experience managing the various aspects of a commercial lawsuit from start to finish. More junior candidates should have an exceptional academic record
• Must be a self-starter, have the ability to prioritize workload, display good judgment, and work well under pressure

Benefits and Compensation

• The salary range for this position is competitive with our peer firms and depends on skills and experience.
• We offer a professional and friendly work environment with competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits, including health, dental, life, 401(k) and many other excellent benefits.

Security and Background Checks

Squire Patton Boggs will consider qualified applicants for employment with Criminal Histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of state and local laws.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Squire Patton Boggs is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion or creed, sex, national origin, citizenship status, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, or any other condition protected by applicable law. This non-discrimination policy applies to all aspects of employment.

About Squire Patton Boggs

Squire Patton Boggs is a full-service global law firm providing insight at the point where law, business and government meet, giving you a voice, supporting your ambitions and achieving successful outcomes. With over 1,500 lawyers spanning more than 40 offices across four continents, the firm is renowned for its local connections and global influence, delivering comprehensive legal services across North America, Europe, the Middle East, Asia Pacific, and Latin America.

Job Details

• Location: Miami
• Job Type: Full Time