Miami Commercial Litigation Associate: Trial-Ready & Mentored

Partners Legal Search; Fort Lauderdale (FL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Am Law 100 client in Miami seeks a Commercial Litigation Associate to handle sophisticated disputes, gain meaningful courtroom experience, and work directly with experienced partners and clients in a collaborative environment.

The role offers exposure to complex matters in both state and federal court, with responsibility across discovery, motions, depositions, hearings, settlement strategy, and trial preparation.

Qualifications

• J.D. from ABA-accredited law school required.
• Active Florida Bar membership in good standing required.
• 3–4 years of commercial or complex business litigation experience.
• Experience in both state and federal court.
• Strong legal research, writing, and oral advocacy skills.
• Experience with discovery, depositions, and motion practice.
• Trial preparation and settlement experience preferred.
• Spanish and English fluency strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Managing written and document discovery
• Drafting pleadings, motions, briefs, and other court filings
• Taking and defending depositions
• Preparing witnesses for testimony
• Appearing at status conferences and hearings
• Arguing motions in state and federal court
• Participating in settlement conferences and negotiations
• Assisting with trial strategy and preparation
• Conducting sophisticated legal research and analysis
• Working directly with partners and clients on case strategy and developments

Skills

Legal research

Oral advocacy

Client service

Spanish and English

Education

J.D. from ABA-accredited law school

Job description

Am Law 100 client in Miami seeks a Commercial Litigation Associate to handle sophisticated disputes, gain meaningful courtroom experience, and work directly with experienced partners and clients in a collaborative environment.

The role offers exposure to complex matters in both state and federal court, with responsibility across discovery, motions, depositions, hearings, settlement strategy, and trial preparation.