Commercial Litigation Attorney

Job Description

Job Description

Ascension Global Staffing & Executive Search, a Hispanic Women Owned & Operated National Recruiting Firm stands at the forefront of innovation and excellence. Led by a visionary team with a deep commitment to diversity and inclusion, our firm is dedicated to identifying and attracting top talent across the nation. With a unique blend of cultural insight and professional expertise, we pride ourselves on creating an environment that fosters success for both employers and candidates.

Ascension Global Staffing & Executive Search is seeking a highly skilled Commercial Litigation Attorney for an opportunity in Fort Lauderdale, FL. This role is ideal for a motivated litigator with strong courtroom experience who is looking to handle complex, high-value matters within a dynamic and fast-paced environment.

Position Overview

The ideal candidate will have 5+ years of commercial litigation experience , with a strong background handling complex business disputes from inception through trial. This attorney should be confident managing cases independently while collaborating with senior attorneys on sophisticated litigation matters.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a diverse caseload of complex commercial litigation matters

• Handle all phases of litigation including pleadings, discovery, depositions, motion practice, hearings, and trial preparation

• Draft and argue substantive motions in state and federal court

• Conduct depositions of parties, witnesses, and experts

• Provide strategic legal counsel and regular case updates to clients

• Collaborate with partners on case strategy and trial preparation

• Participate in mediations, arbitrations, and settlement negotiations

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school

• 5+ years of commercial litigation experience

• Active member in good standing with the Florida Bar

• Strong written and oral advocacy skills

• Experience handling complex commercial/business disputes

• Ability to manage cases independently with minimal supervision

• Trial experience is a plus

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail

Our Client Offers:

• Competitive compensation package

• Exposure to sophisticated commercial litigation matters

• Strong mentorship and professional development opportunities

• Collaborative, team-oriented environment

• Fort Lauderdale-based opportunity with established and growing caseload