Litigation Associate (Miami-Fort Lauderdale Area)

Litigation Associate

About the Role

Our Fort Lauderdale office is seeking an experienced Litigation Associate to join the team. The ideal candidate will have strong commercial litigation experience, excellent writing and research skills, and the ability to manage matters independently while collaborating effectively with attorneys and clients.

Key Responsibilities

• Handle commercial litigation matters from case preparation through resolution.
• Participate in court appearances and depositions .
• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, correspondence, and other legal documents.
• Conduct legal research and provide strong analytical support on complex matters.
• Manage and respond to written discovery .
• Work independently while managing multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Collaborate with attorneys and team members throughout litigation matters.
• Maintain a high level of professionalism, organization, and attention to detail.
• Meet the firm's annual 1,800 billable-hour requirement .

Qualifications

• 5+ years of commercial litigation experience.
• Experience appearing in courtrooms and taking depositions.
• Exceptional legal writing skills.
• Strong legal research and analytical abilities.
• Experience handling written discovery.
• Ability to work independently with limited supervision.
• Self-motivated, proactive, and eager to learn and grow.
• Flexible and collaborative team-oriented approach.
• Spanish bilingual skills preferred, but not required.

Compensation & Benefits

• Federal holidays plus PTO.
• 401(k) with matching once eligible.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance options.
• In-office position in Fort Lauderdale; not hybrid.