Litigation Attorney

Jobot; Jacksonville (FL); Hybrid; USD 130,000 - 250,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company matching

Medical, dental, vision insurance

PTO and paid holidays

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Job summary

Jobot seeks a Litigation Attorney for our Jacksonville, FL office to handle high-value personal injury cases from filing through verdict. You will gain extensive exposure to depositions, hearings, mediations, negotiations, and trial while working with an experienced litigation team.

We offer hybrid flexibility with 36 remote days your first year and one remote day per week thereafter, along with competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits. Florida Bar license in good standing is required.

Qualifications

• Florida Bar license in good standing.
• 1–5 years of personal injury litigation experience.
• Ability to manage a large and active caseload.
• Experience handling cases through multiple stages of litigation.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent negotiation and analytical abilities.
• Strong legal research and writing skills.
• Ability to lead and collaborate with legal support staff.
• Confident courtroom presence.

Responsibilities

• Meet with clients, evaluate claims, and file lawsuits.
• Manage cases from filing through resolution and trial.
• Draft, propound, and respond to written discovery.
• Prepare for and conduct fact witness depositions.
• Identify, retain, and work with appropriate expert witnesses.
• Prepare for and attend hearings and mediations.
• Negotiate cases with opposing counsel and insurance representatives.
• Prepare cases for trial and try cases through verdict.
• Prepare and file post-trial motions.
• Participate in file audits and trial preparation.
• Provide direction to legal support staff.

Skills

Negotiation

Trial experience

Communication

Legal research

Education

Florida Bar license in good standing

Job description

Litigation Attorney | Well Established Regional Firm with Great Culture - Voted Top Workplace! | Up to $250k+

Jobot Job is hosted by: Mady Privatsky

Salary: $130,000 - $250,000 per year

A bit about us:

We are a nationally recognized personal injury law firm with a long-standing commitment to helping individuals and families pursue justice following serious injuries. Our practice handles a broad range of personal injury matters, including auto accidents, premises liability, catastrophic injuries, medical malpractice, motorcycle accidents, traumatic brain injuries, and other complex claims.

With a large team of attorneys and legal professionals, we have the resources and infrastructure to support attorneys handling sophisticated, high-value litigation. Our continued growth has created an opportunity for an ambitious litigator to join our Jacksonville office and become an integral part of the litigation team.

Why join us:

• Handle meaningful, high-value cases from filing through verdict


• Hybrid flexibility: 36 remote days your first year, then 1 remote day a week after first year


• Gain extensive exposure to depositions, hearings, mediations, negotiations, and trial


• Work alongside experienced litigators and a strong legal support team


• Take genuine ownership of your caseload while having the resources needed to succeed


• Develop your courtroom presence and trial skills in a high-volume litigation environment


• Join an established firm with a strong reputation and significant history of client success


• Opportunities for continued professional development and career advancement


• Competitive compensation with performance-based bonus opportunities


• Comprehensive benefits and a strong overall employee package

Job Details

The Litigation Attorney will be responsible for managing personal injury cases through all stages of litigation in state and federal court. The ideal candidate is confident handling an active caseload, enjoys advocacy, and is eager to develop or expand their trial experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Meet with clients, evaluate claims, and file lawsuits


• Manage cases from filing through resolution and trial


• Draft, propound, and respond to written discovery


• Prepare for and conduct fact witness depositions


• Identify, retain, and work with appropriate expert witnesses


• Prepare for and attend hearings


• Prepare for and attend mediations


• Negotiate cases with opposing counsel and insurance representatives


• Prepare cases for trial and try cases through verdict


• Prepare and file appropriate post-trial motions


• Participate in file audits, litigation meetings, trial preparation, and attorney training programs


• Provide direction and guidance to legal support staff throughout the litigation process

Qualifications

• Florida Bar license in good standing


• 1–5 years of personal injury litigation experience


• Ability to manage a large and active caseload


• Experience handling cases through multiple stages of litigation


• Strong written and verbal communication skills


• Excellent negotiation and analytical abilities


• Strong legal research and writing skills


• Ability to effectively lead and collaborate with legal support staff


• Confident courtroom presence


• Genuine interest in litigation and trying cases

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive base salary


• Performance-based bonus opportunities


• Paid Time Off and paid holidays


• Medical, dental, and vision insurance


• Disability and supplemental insurance options


• Company-paid life insurance


• 401(k) with company matching


• Additional employee support and wellness benefits


• Opportunities for long-term professional growth

Ready to Make an Impact?

If you're a Florida-licensed personal injury attorney looking for high-value litigation experience, meaningful courtroom exposure, and the opportunity to grow with an established practice, we'd like to hear from you.

Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.