Associate Attorney

Job Description

Job Description

The Fort Myers office of Kubicki Draper seeks an Attorney with 4+ years of civil litigation experience. Prior insurance defense, premises liability, or bodily injury is highly desired. Trial experience is a plus!

Requirements

• Must be a member of the Florida Bar in good standing.
• 4+ years experience in the area of civil litigation
• Strong legal research and excellent writing skills, as well as possess strong/persuasive oral advocacy
• Previous experience in litigation, particularly in the areas of Insurance Defense
• Ability to work cases from beginning to close, as well as manage resources on cases
• Ability to provide excellent customer service to our clients, with a client first mindset
• Highly organized, with clear and concise communication style

• Must be competent & proficient in the use of Word, Microsoft Office, PowerPoint & Excel
• Draft/review substantive pleadings and motions
• Respond to motions & discovery
• Attend/chair hearings, depositions, mediations, meetings with clients, as well as negotiate settlements
• Communicate in a highly effective manner with team members and clients
• Ability to work in a fast paced evolving environment

Benefits

The KD difference:

Diversity in Leadership: We are proud to be 36% minority-owned, with over 70% of our attorneys from diverse backgrounds. Notably, over 60% of our firm's shareholders are also from minority groups.

Opportunity for Growth: We're on a growth sprint and want you to grow with us! Enjoy rapid career progression, hands-on experience, and ample learning opportunities.

Work-Life Balance: We value you - not just as an employee but as an individual. Enjoy proper work-life balance with us.

Perks of Being with Us:

• Inclusive Environment: Over 50% of our attorneys are female, with almost half our shareholders and leadership team also female
• Comprehensive Benefits: Enjoy a flexible hybrid schedule, competitive compensation, generous PTO, top-tier medical insurance, and a robust 401k (with match)
• Long-Term Growth: Over 15% of our staff proudly hold ten years or more tenure with us

Discover the KD difference: Grow, learn, and evolve with a firm that's championed legal brilliance for over five decades.

Kindly note: Direct applicants only. No phone calls or recruiters, please .