Miami Litigation Associate — Growth & Impact

Wicker Smith; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Wicker Smith O’Hara McCoy & Ford, P.A. in Miami seeks Associate Attorneys with 2–8 years of experience in general and professional liability defense to join a collaborative litigation team.

Responsibilities include managing pleadings, discovery, depositions, motions, and trial prep, plus client and insurance carrier communications. A J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school and an active license are required.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school with exceptional academic credentials.
• 3–8 years of experience in general liability and/or professional liability defense preferred.
• Active license to practice law in good standing.
• Strong analytical, research, and writing skills; writing sample required.
• Excellent communication and advocacy capabilities.
• Highly organized with meticulous attention to detail.
• Proven ability to manage multiple cases and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of litigation, including pleadings, discovery, depositions, motion practice, and trial preparation.
• Conduct thorough legal research and draft memoranda, pleadings, and motions.
• Represent clients in court appearances, mediations, and arbitrations.
• Communicate effectively with clients, opposing counsel, and insurance carriers.
• Develop litigation strategies in close collaboration with senior attorneys and partners.

Skills

Legal research

Writing skills

Communication

Team orientation

Education

J.D. from ABA-accredited law school

Job description

Wicker Smith O’Hara McCoy & Ford, P.A. in Miami seeks Associate Attorneys with 2–8 years of experience in general and professional liability defense to join a collaborative litigation team.

Responsibilities include managing pleadings, discovery, depositions, motions, and trial prep, plus client and insurance carrier communications. A J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school and an active license are required.