Litigation Attorney

Jobot; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 100,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

401(k)

PTO & Paid Holidays

Parking or Transit

Job summary

Jobot client is a nationally recognized plaintiff litigation firm expanding its offices. The attorney will handle all stages of litigation, represent clients in court, and conduct thorough legal research to support strategies and staying current with laws.

Required JD and active license with at least 5 years in litigation; successful candidate will manage high-volume caseloads, draft and respond to discovery, and negotiate settlements with a focus on trial readiness.

Qualifications

• JD required from an accredited law school.
• Licensed attorney in good standing with at least 5 years of experience in litigation.
• Proven experience in trial, personal injury, and legal research.
• Proficient in drafting and responding to discovery requests.
• Excellent courtroom presence with extensive experience making court appearances.
• Strong legal research and analytical skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage a high-volume caseload and to work under pressure.
• Outstanding negotiation and conflict resolution skills.

Responsibilities

• Handle all aspects of litigation, from initiation through trial and appeal.
• Represent clients in court and make regular court appearances.
• Conduct comprehensive legal research to support case strategies and stay updated on laws and regulations.
• Draft, review, and respond to discovery requests and other legal documents.
• Manage cases, including investigating claims, evaluating damages, and negotiating settlements.
• Collaborate with paralegals, legal assistants, and team members for efficient case management.
• Provide exceptional client service with regular updates on case progress.

Skills

Strong legal research

Analytical skills

Excellent written & verbal comms

Courtroom presence

Managing high-volume caseload

Negotiation & conflict resolution

Drafting & responding to discovery

Education

Juris Doctorate (JD) from an accredited law school

Licensed attorney in good standing

Job description

A bit about us

Our client is a well known national plaintiff litigation firm. They are rapidly expanding with plans to grow each office.

Why join us

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Basic Life Insurance
• Basic AD&D
• Voluntary Term Life Insurance
• Short-Term Disability
• Long-Term Disability
• Accident Coverage
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401(k)
• PTO & Paid Holidays
• Paid Parking or Transit Pass
• A convivial work environment

Job Details

Responsibilities:

1. Handling all aspects of litigation, from initiation through trial and appeal.
2. Representing clients in court and making regular court appearances.
3. Conducting comprehensive legal research to support case strategies and to stay updated on current laws and regulations.
4. Drafting, reviewing, and responding to discovery requests and other legal documents.
5. Managing cases, including investigating claims, evaluating damages, and negotiating settlements.
6. Collaborating with paralegals, legal assistants, and other team members to ensure the efficient and effective management of cases.
7. Providing exceptional client service, including maintaining regular communication and providing updates on case progress.

Qualifications:

1. Juris Doctorate degree from an accredited law school.
2. Must be a licensed attorney in good standing with at least 5 years of experience in litigation.
3. Proven experience in trial, personal injury, and legal research.
4. Proficient in drafting and responding to discovery requests.
5. Exceptional courtroom presence with extensive experience making court appearances.
6. Strong legal research and analytical skills.
7. Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
8. Ability to manage a high-volume caseload and to work under pressure.
9. Outstanding negotiation and conflict resolution skills.

Salary: $100,000 - $200,000 per year

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