Litigation Associate

Shumaker, Loop & Kendrick, LLP; Saint Petersburg (FL); On-site; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Shumaker, Loop & Kendrick, LLP in St. Petersburg, FL invites an associate to join its Litigation & Disputes practice. Ideal candidates have up to six years of litigation experience and a strong academic record, with excellent research, writing, and analytical skills.

This in-person role offers growth through hands-on work alongside exceptional attorneys. Candidates must have a Juris Doctor from an ABA-accredited school and Florida Bar in good standing (or awaiting results).

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor degree from an ABA-accredited law school.
• Active Florida Bar membership in good standing (or awaiting results).
• 1–6 years of litigation experience; recent graduates taking Florida Bar in 2026 considered.

Responsibilities

• Manage and support a diverse commercial litigation caseload.
• Research complex legal issues and draft pleadings, motions, discovery requests, and memoranda.
• Participate in depositions, hearings, mediations, and trial preparation.
• Collaborate with senior attorneys on case strategy and litigation management.
• Communicate directly with clients, opposing counsel, and courts.
• Analyze complex legal and factual issues and develop litigation strategies.
• Manage caseload efficiently while meeting deadlines and billable requirements.

Skills

Litigation experience

Legal research

Legal writing

Analytical skills

Education

Juris Doctor

Job description

The St. Petersburg, Florida office of Shumaker, Loop & Kendrick LLP has an opportunity for an associate to join its Litigation & Disputes service line. Ideal candidates will have up to six years of litigation experience. The successful candidate will have a strong academic record, and excellent analytical, research, and legal writing skills.

We are looking for candidates who have a passion for litigation and who take a proactive approach and ownership of their work. Candidates must have a strong commitment to client service and want to develop and grow their litigation skills by working alongside exceptional attorneys.

Government attorneys, judicial clerks, and new law school graduates who have taken the 2026 Florida Bar Exam are encouraged to apply.

Where You’ll Work

This is an in-person position in the St. Petersburg, Florida, office with occasional flexibility to work remotely (1-2 days per week).

What You’ll Do

• Manage and support a diverse commercial litigation caseload
• Research complex legal issues and draft pleadings, motions, discovery requests, and legal memoranda
• Participate in depositions, hearings, mediations, and trial preparation
• Work closely with senior attorneys on case strategy and litigation management
• Communicate directly with clients, opposing counsel, and courts
• Analyze complex legal and factual issues and develop litigation strategies
• Manage caseload efficiently while meeting litigation deadlines and billable requirements

What We’re Looking For

• Juris Doctor degree from an ABA accredited law school and active membership in good standing with the Florida Bar (or awaiting July FL Bar exam results)
• Between 1-6 years of litigation experience; 2026 law school graduates who have taken the 2026 Florida Bar exam will also be considered
• Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills including a strong aptitude for managing and prioritizing multiple projects and deadlines
• Comfortable handling depositions and court appearances commensurate with experience
• A thorough knowledge and understanding of local, state and federal rules of procedure
• Ability to work with a variety of attorneys and staff, and maintain a high degree of confidentiality

Who We Are

We’re not just another law firm - we’re something different. The attorneys at Shumaker are known for creating strong, collaborative working relationships with each other and with their clients. Shumaker attorneys experience true camaraderie, backed by a unique paralegal and staff infrastructure, that allows their practice to thrive. As one of the 200 largest law firms in the United States, we look for skilled professionals who want to build a lifelong career with us.

Physical Requirements

• Sitting frequently, approximately six out of eight hours per day. Sitting position static for up to one-half hour at a time.
• Standing or walking frequently, up to six hours per day.
• Lifting and carrying up to 20 pounds occasionally, up to one hour per day.
• Bending and stooping occasionally, up to one-half hour per day.

We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities to ensure equal access to employment opportunities. If you require accommodations during the application or interview process, please let us know.

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Qualifications

Education

Required

Juris Doctorate or better.