Description

National plaintiffs’ firm seeking a Litigation Attorney motivated to help those injured as a result of corporate misconduct.

Our cases are complex, fast paced, and involve numerous defendants and substantial settlements and verdicts.  Ours is a collaborative, open-door environment where we work together to effectively advocate for our clients.  In order to foster and maintain this environment, this is an in-office position.

As an Associate Attorney, you will learn all aspects of asbestos litigation and quickly become responsible for handling cases.  Case management responsibilities include written discovery, taking and defending depositions, drafting and arguing motions, and trial work as a second chair.  Prior experience with these tasks is appreciated, but not required.  

Our work involves significant client contact, which brings us into the lives of families going through the most stressful time of their lives. Empathy and the ability to build rapport with people from varied backgrounds are keys to success in this position. Because of this, frequent travel is required.

Requirements

Qualifications:

      J.D. from ABA accredited institution and admission to Florida bar, or eligibility for reciprocity;

      Strong academic record;

      Excellent legal research and writing abilities;

      Ability to cultivate and maintain strong client relationships;

      Willingness to travel frequently;

      Ability to work as an individual and as a part of a team on behalf of injured clients;

      Strong organizational skills, with the ability to multi-task and prioritize;

      Ability to work under a deadline in a fast-paced environment;

      Commitment to plaintiff work.

Preferred Experience:

      Experienced attorneys ideally have some trial, research and writing, and deposition experience. Prior asbestos (plaintiffs’ side) experience is preferred, but not required. Candidates with judicial clerkship experience are encouraged to apply.

      Please submit a writing sample with your resume. We would like to see original work (a brief or memo) that demonstrates your aptitude in legal research and analysis.