Associate Attorney

Job Description

Job Description

Miami office of Winget, Spadafora & Schwartzberg, LLP, seeks an Associate Attorney with 1 to 3 years of experience for diverse practice including professional liability defense (lawyers, accountants, engineers) and construction defect litigation claims. FL bar admission required. Strong writing and analytical skills a must.

Responsibilities

• Efficient management of multiple cases
• Timely preparation of pleadings, motions and discovery to opposing parties
• Participate in mediations, hearings and depositions as required
• Client interaction and problem resolution as it relates to cases
• Integration of best practices and standards in handling clients and their cases
• Evaluation of findings and development of strategies and arguments in preparation for presentation of cases
• On-time completion of reports/projects, in adherence to partner and client needs/guidelines

Qualifications

• JD from an accredited law school
• Must be admitted to practice in Florida
• 1 - 3 years of experience
• Knowledge of federal and state rules of civil procedures
• Ability to comprehend complex matters, to identify and to articulate core issues, and to understand applicable legal principles
• Proven time-management and organizational skills, including the ability to prioritize issues and tasks
• Possess keen-eye for detail, coupled with exceptional research and proofreading abilities
• Thorough knowledge of legal procedures and current developments
• Strong research and legal writing skills

A variety of factors are considered in making compensation decisions, including but not limited to experience, education, licensure and/or certifications, geographic location, market demands, other business and organizational needs, and other factors permitted by law. This position is considered full-time and therefore qualifies for benefits including 401(k) retirement savings plan, medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.

Salary Range:

$90,000-110,000 USD (not including bonus)

Why Should You Apply?

• Generous Benefits Package
• Robust Associate Bonus Program
• Associate Attorney Mentorship Program
• Collaborative and Collegial Work Environment
• Ample opportunities for professional development and advancement

Winget, Spadafora & Schwartzberg, LLP (“WSS”) is a nationally recognized law firm founded over three decades ago. WSS has offices in New York, NY; Jersey City, NJ; Stamford, CT; Boston, MA; Philadelphia, PA; Miami, FL; Houston, TX; Los Angeles, CA; and Boulder CO. WSS is an industry leader in securities litigation and regulatory defense for broker-dealers, financial professionals and registered investment advisors. WSS also defends Professional Liability (including Attorneys, Accountants, Architects, Design Professionals & Engineers, Insurance Professionals, Real Estate Professionals, and Media Professionals, among other professional lines); Labor and Employment; Insurance Coverage; Directors & Officers; Intellectual Property and Cyber Liability; Fiduciary Liability; Reinsurance; Fidelity and Surety; and General Liability (including Products Liability, and Construction Defect, among other areas) matters across the United States.

Company Description

Winget, Spadafora & Schwartzberg, LLP (“WSS”) is a nationally recognized law firm founded over three decades ago. WSS has offices in New York, NY; Jersey City, NJ; Stamford, CT; Boston, MA; Philadelphia, PA; Miami, FL; Houston, TX; Los Angeles, CA; and Boulder CO. WSS is an industry leader in securities litigation and regulatory defense for broker-dealers, financial professionals and registered investment advisors. WSS also defends Professional Liability (including Attorneys, Accountants, Architects, Design Professionals & Engineers, Insurance Professionals, Real Estate Professionals, and Media Professionals, among other professional lines); Labor and Employment; Insurance Coverage; Directors & Officers; Intellectual Property and Cyber Liability; Fiduciary Liability; Reinsurance; Fidelity and Surety; and General Liability (including Products Liability, and Construction Defect, among other areas) matters across the United States.