Litigation Attorney

Job Description

Job Description

We are seeking a driven and accomplished litigation attorney. The ideal candidate is a self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced environment, is confident in the courtroom, and is passionate about advocating for clients. This attorney will manage cases from intake through trial, take ownership of their caseload, and work collaboratively with our team to maximize results. Strong litigation, negotiation, and case management skills are essential, along with a relentless work ethic and a commitment to achieving justice for clients.

Compensation: Highly competitive salary + bonus

Responsibilities:

• Analyze conflicts in legal matters, advise clients on solutions, and negotiate on behalf of clients
• Draft documents such as correspondence, pleadings, motions, briefs, affidavits, settlement agreements, and contracts to be used proceedings and contract negotiations
• Organize and maintain files to ensure accuracy for other attorneys, paralegals, and staff
• Communicate with senior associates, paralegals, and clients to ensure cases are handled efficiently
• Conduct legal research, prepare for and attend hearings and/or other legal proceedings, and provide legal counsel with the help of senior associate attorneys

• Manage a full caseload from initial investigation through verdict or settlement
• Handle all aspects of litigation: depositions, discovery, motions, hearings, mediations, and trials
• Develop case strategies and prepare compelling arguments for trial
• Communicate regularly with clients, opposing counsel, experts, and team members
• Participate in firmwide strategy meetings, case reviews, and mentorship opportunities

Qualifications:

• Exceptional communication skills and problem-solving skills needed in order to work with all levels of staff and our clients
• Willingness to learn from senior attorneys to meet our client needs and grow our client base
• Candidates must have passed the bar exam
• Has a Juris Doctor (J.D. degree) from an accredited law school
• Active member of the American Bar Association (ABA)

• J.D. from an accredited law school
• Active license to practice law in Florida and in good standing

• Exceptional written and oral advocacy skills
• Ability to manage cases independently and work effectively in a team environment
• Deep knowledge of the Florida Rules of Civil Procedure and Evidence
• Passion for representing injured individuals and delivering justice

About Company

Looking for a job you'll love? Work with us! We’re a fast-growing personal injury law firm based in Jacksonville, Florida, and we’re proud to have been recently named among Jacksonville’s Best Places to Work by the Jacksonville Business Journal. Our mission is to deliver the highest level of legal service to people navigating some of the hardest moments in their lives.

Our commitment goes beyond winning cases; it’s about standing alongside clients, guiding them through the complex legal, medical, and insurance maze so they can focus on healing and building a better tomorrow. With offices in Nocatee, Southside, and Downtown Jacksonville, we’ve built a high-performance team united by a deep commitment to justice, excellence, and putting clients first. We offer competitive pay, top-tier medical insurance, a 401(k) with matching, paid time off, monthly bonus potential, and much more. We promote inclusion, collaboration, flexibility, and a positive team culture.