Senior Litigator - Complex Employment & Commercial Defense

Fisher Phillips; Fort Lauderdale (FL); On-site; USD 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Generous paid time off

Paid parental leave

401(k) with profit sharing

Job summary

The Fort Lauderdale office of Fisher Phillips seeks a Litigation Associate with 5+ years of experience in defense-side complex employment litigation or commercial/business litigation. Ideal candidates will manage sophisticated matters independently.

Candidates should have strong advocacy skills and a collaborative mindset, with an emphasis on innovation in legal practices. A comprehensive benefits package is also offered, including medical and dental insurance, generous paid time off, and 401(k) plans.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of defense-side complex employment litigation or commercial/business litigation experience.
• Significant experience handling complex litigation matters from inception through resolution.
• Advanced writing, analytical, and advocacy skills.

Responsibilities

• Draft and respond to pleadings.
• Manage written and electronic discovery.
• Take and defend depositions.

Skills

Defense-side complex employment litigation

Commercial/business litigation

E-discovery strategy

Drafting pleadings

Mediation and trial participation

Mentoring junior attorneys

Education

Admission to the Florida Bar

Excellent academic credentials

Job description

The Fort Lauderdale office of Fisher Phillips seeks a Litigation Associate with 5+ years of experience in defense-side complex employment litigation or commercial/business litigation. Ideal candidates will manage sophisticated matters independently.

Candidates should have strong advocacy skills and a collaborative mindset, with an emphasis on innovation in legal practices. A comprehensive benefits package is also offered, including medical and dental insurance, generous paid time off, and 401(k) plans.