Litigation Attorney

RumbergerKirk; Tallahassee (FL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid parental leave

Cell phone stipend

Coverage of bar dues and CLE expenses

401(k) plan with employer match

Paid parking

Health insurance with HSA contributions

Dental and vision insurance

Firm-paid life insurance

Optional Aflac supplemental plans

Complimentary subscription to Calm app

Access to a financial wellness program

Job summary

A leading law firm in Tallahassee is seeking an Associate Attorney to work on a variety of legal matters. The ideal candidate will have 2-3 years of experience, strong academic credentials, and be licensed to practice in Florida. This role emphasizes personal growth with opportunities for mentorship in fields such as education law and general litigation. Benefits include health insurance, 401(k), and a supportive work environment.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of experience in legal practice.
• Experience or interest in education law is a plus.
• Exceptional attention to detail, strong legal research skills and a strong work ethic.
• Licensed to practice law in the state of Florida.

Responsibilities

• Represent clients in all phases of litigation.
• Manage cases from inception to trial.
• Conduct depositions, attend hearings, and argue motions.
• Interview witnesses and negotiate with opposing counsel.
• Conduct legal research and draft legal documents.

Skills

Strong academic credentials

Excellent research and writing abilities

Exceptional attention to detail

Strong legal research skills

Strong work ethic

Education

Licensed to practice law in the state of Florida

Job description

Director of Human Resources and Legal Recruitment

RumbergerKirk is seeking a highly motivated and skilled Associate Attorney with 2-3 years of experience. An interest in education law is a plus. This is an opportunity to work across a wide range of practice areas, including education law, employment and labor (both public and private representation), personal injury and general tort work including negligent hiring, training, supervision, and retention claims, as well as assisting in employer investigations and alternative dispute resolution processes. This position is ideal for an attorney who is looking to take on meaningful work, develop expertise in the field, and have direct input into case strategy and client management. While we value experience, we place an even greater emphasis on initiative, work ethic, and a desire to succeed. In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a strong emphasis on mentorship and associate development.

• Represent clients in all phases of litigation.
• Manage cases from inception to trial with the supervising partner.
• Conduct depositions, attend hearings, mediations, and argue motions.
• Interview witnesses, expert depositions, negotiate with opposing counsel.
• Conduct legal research, draft motions, memoranda, settlement agreements, and trial documents.

Qualifications

• Strong academic credentials.
• Excellent research and writing abilities.
• Exceptional attention to detail, strong legal research skills and a strong work ethic.
• Licensed to practice law in the state of Florida.
• Paid parental leave
• Cell phone stipend
• Coverage of bar dues and CLE expenses
• 401(k) plan with employer match after one year of service
• Paid parking
• Health insurance with firm-paid HSA contributions on select plans
• Dental and vision Insurance
• Firm-paid life insurance
• Optional Aflac supplemental plans
• Complimentary subscription to the Calm app, offering guided meditations, sleep support, and mindfulness tools
• Access to a company-sponsored financial wellness program

Seniority level

• Associate

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Legal

Industries

• Law Practice