Maritime Litigation Attorney

Cole, Scott & Kissane; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Full benefits package

401(k) matching

Paid time off

Parental leave

Professional development

Inclusive environment

Job summary

Cole, Scott & Kissane seeks an attorney in Miami with 3-5 years of maritime litigation experience to join its trial team. The practice emphasizes hands-on litigation, client counseling, and complex maritime matters.

Florida Bar admission is required, along with strong written and verbal communication skills and the ability to work both independently and within a team. The firm offers a competitive compensation package and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Licensed Florida Bar member
• 3–5 years of maritime law experience
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong problem-solving abilities
• Ability to work independently and in a team

Responsibilities

• Take and defend depositions
• Draft and argue dispositive motions
• Attend hearings, mediations, and trials
• Perform legal research and provide analysis of case law
• Prepare pleadings and correspondence
• Communicate with clients, expert witnesses, and opposing counsel
• Provide exemplary legal counsel to clients

Skills

Maritime law

Verbal communication

Written communication

Problem solving

Teamwork

Education

Florida Bar admission

Job description

Cole, Scott & Kissane seeks an attorney with 3-5 years of maritime litigation experience.

Responsibilities

• Take and defend depositions
• Draft and argue dispositive motions
• Attend hearings, mediations, and trials
• Perform legal research and provide analysis of case law
• Prepare pleadings and correspondence
• Communicate with clients, expert witnesses, and opposing counsel
• Provide exemplary legal counsel to clients

Qualifications

• Must be a licensed member of the Florida Bar
• Must have 3-5 years of experience in maritime law
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills
• Problem-solving skills
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team

Benefits

• Competitive Compensation, with Monthly Revenue-Based Bonus potential for associates, and End-of-Year Bonus
• Full Benefits Package, with choices from among several Health, Dental, Disability, and Life Insurance Plans
• 401(k) with Employer Matching
• 20 days of Paid Time Off
• Parental Leave
• Professional Development with our "CSK Learning Series" and In-Office Lunch and Learns
• Diverse, Inclusive, Supportive, and Team-Oriented Work Environment