Litigation Associate Attorney

Woods, Weidenmiller, Michetti & Rudnick; Naples (FL); Remote; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work opportunities

Competitive base salary with bonuses

401(k) plan with firm matching

Paid Time Off and CLE allowance

Job summary

Woods, Weidenmiller, Michetti & Rudnick in Naples, FL seeks a motivated Litigation Associate to join our civil litigation team. The role involves handling a broad spectrum of civil disputes, from pleadings to trial prep, with opportunities to work closely with partners on strategy and complex files.

The ideal candidate has 3–7 years of civil litigation or defense experience, a JD from an ABA-accredited school, and active Florida Bar membership.

Qualifications

• Requires 3–7 years of civil litigation or defense experience.
• Juris Doctor from an ABA-accredited law school.
• Active member in good standing with The Florida Bar.

Responsibilities

• Manage an active caseload through all phases of litigation, including pleadings, discovery, depositions, motions, mediations, and trial prep.
• Conduct legal research and draft memoranda, motions, and briefs.
• Represent clients in court appearances, hearings, and settlement conferences.
• Communicate proactively with clients, opposing counsel, and expert witnesses.
• Collaborate with firm partners on case strategy and file development.

Skills

Analytical skills

Research skills

Legal writing

Education

Florida Bar admission

Juris Doctor (J.D.) from ABA-accredited law school

Job description

About the Firm

Our growing Naples-based civil litigation practice is seeking a motivated Litigation Associate to join our dynamic team in Collier County. We represent corporate and individual clients across a broad spectrum of civil disputes, general liability defense, and commercial matters. We value rigorous analysis, courtroom advocacy, and a collaborative team environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage an active caseload through all phases of litigation, including pleadings, written discovery, depositions, motion practice, mediations, and trial preparation.
• Conduct exhaustive legal research and draft persuasive memoranda, motions, and briefs.
• Represent clients in court appearances, hearings, and settlement conferences.
• Communicate proactively with clients, opposing counsel, and expert witnesses.
• Collaborate closely with firm partners on case strategy and complex file development.

Benefits

• Competitive base salary with performance bonuses.
• Comprehensive health, dental, vision and life insurance.
• 401(k) plan with firm matching.
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) and professional dues/CLE allowance
• Remote work opportunities available

Compensation: Top salary plus benefits and bonus opportunities.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an ABA-accredited law school.
• Active member in good standing with The Florida Bar.
• Minimum of 3 to 7 years of hands-on civil litigation or defense experience.
• Exceptional analytical, research, and legal writing skills.
• Local familiarity with Collier County court procedures and local rules is a distinct advantage.