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Civil Litigation Attorney

Light Path Law Pa

Job Description

Job Description

About Light Path Law
Light Path Law is a growing law firm in Fort Myers, Florida, and part of a multi-jurisdictional legal group with offices in Florida, Colorado and California. We are committed to providing high-quality, client-centered legal representation.

Position Summary
We are seeking a motivated Civil Litigation Attorney to manage a civil litigation caseload from intake through resolution. The attorney will work closely with our paralegal and case management teams and report to the firm’s Chief Attorney.

Key Responsibilities

  • Manage an active civil litigation caseload from case evaluation through settlement or trial
  • Draft pleadings, motions, discovery requests and responses, and legal memoranda
  • Conduct legal research and develop case strategy
  • Take and defend depositions; attend hearings, mediations and trial
  • Communicate regularly with clients about case status and strategy
  • Negotiate settlements with opposing counsel
  • Supervise and collaborate with paralegals and support staff on case preparation
  • Meet filing deadlines and maintain accurate case records

Qualifications

  • Juris Doctor (J.D.) 
  • Active member in good standing of The Florida Bar
  • 3+ years of civil litigation experience
  • Strong research, writing and oral advocacy skills
  • Excellent organizational and time-management skills
  • Ability to work both independently and as part of a team

Preferred

  • Bilingual (English/Spanish)
  • Courtroom and trial experience
  • Experience with legal case management software

What We Offer

  • Competitive compensation
  • Opportunity to grow within a multi-jurisdictional legal group
  • Collaborative, team-oriented environment

Light Path Law is an equal opportunity employer.

Vacancy posted a month ago
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