Litigation Associate

Litigation Associate

Cozen O'Connor, a leading national law firm, is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Associate Attorney with approximately 5 years of litigation experience to join our dynamic team in our Miami office. This is an exceptional opportunity to work with a prestigious firm known for its expertise in litigation.


Responsibilities:

• Represent corporate clients in Federal and State Courts, handling civil actions against individuals and entities causing real property damage, personal property damage, and business losses to our clients.
• Collaborate with a variety of forensic experts to investigate and evaluate the legal and financial viability of different causes of action in both single and multi-party litigation.
• Draft pleadings, discovery requests, discovery responses, motions, and briefs.
• Prepare for, attend, and present at court hearings.
• Take and defend depositions.
• Maintain effective communication with clients and opposing counsel.
• Try both bench and jury trials.

Qualifications:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.
• Excellent academic credentials demonstrating strong legal aptitude.
• Admission to the Florida bar is required.
• Minimum of five years of litigation experience, preferably prosecuting and/or defending product defect claims, property damage claims, construction issues, or property insurance claims.
• Experience working with various forensic experts (e.g., fire origin and cause, mechanical, electrical, civil, structural, chemical; material, human factors, accounting, and standard of care) is highly desired.
• Proficiency in drafting legal documents, conducting legal research, and presenting oral arguments.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Willingness to travel as needed.

At Cozen O'Connor, we value our talented team members and offer a supportive and inclusive work environment that promotes professional growth and development. As an Associate Attorney, you will have the opportunity to work on challenging and high-profile cases alongside experienced attorneys who are leaders in their fields. If you are a motivated attorney with a strong work ethic, effective research and writing skills, and a passion for litigation, we would love to hear from you. Join us in our mission to provide top-tier legal services to our clients and make a meaningful impact.

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