Associate Attorney — Civil Litigation (Fort Lauderdale)

Responsibilities

• Manage caseload from inception to post-trial
• Attend court conferences, oral arguments, depositions, mediations, and trials
• Prepare pleadings, discovery and discovery responses, motions, and other litigation documents
• Prepare timely reports on case status and ongoing activities
• Prioritize workload based on deadlines; meet billing requirements (approx. 2,000 billable hours annually)
• Communicate effectively with clients, senior attorneys, and paralegals

Qualifications

• Member in good standing of the Florida Bar (required)
• Federal District Court admission a plus
• Must be a practicing Florida attorney with 3–10 years of litigation experience
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; detail-oriented with strong organizational skills
• Familiarity with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook; knowledge of Aderant Expert Sierra a plus

Benefits

The firm offers a competitive compensation package including a comprehensive benefits program, professional development opportunities, and a supportive work environment.