Senior Trial Attorney: Premises Liability & Auto Defense

Hamilton Miller & Birthisel; United States; Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious law firm in the United States is seeking a Senior Attorney to manage defense litigated cases with a focus on premises liability and auto defense. Responsibilities include trial preparation, client communications, and leading depositions. Candidates should have a Juris Doctor, active Florida Bar membership, and at least 7 years of legal experience, including first-chair trial experience. This role offers a hybrid work arrangement, demanding both in-office presence and travel for inspections and hearings.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in premises liability and auto defense matters.
• Demonstrated first-chair trial experience required.
• Significant experience taking and defending expert depositions required.

Responsibilities

• Manage defense litigated cases for premises liability and auto defense.
• Supervise associate attorneys and coordinate case preparation.
• Draft and argue dispositive motions, including motions for summary judgment.

Skills

Defense litigation management

Trial preparation

Client communication

Business development

Case strategy ownership

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school

Active membership with the Florida Bar

Minimum of 7 years Bar admission

Job description

A prestigious law firm in the United States is seeking a Senior Attorney to manage defense litigated cases with a focus on premises liability and auto defense. Responsibilities include trial preparation, client communications, and leading depositions. Candidates should have a Juris Doctor, active Florida Bar membership, and at least 7 years of legal experience, including first-chair trial experience. This role offers a hybrid work arrangement, demanding both in-office presence and travel for inspections and hearings.