Associate Attorney (Construction Law & Litigation)

yStep into a well-resourced litigation practice with 40+ years of standing in Florida — a firm where your reputation grows alongside their
sOwn your caseload from day one — this role is built for an attorney ready to run cases independently, not just assis
tWork within a collaborative litigation team where experienced colleagues are genuinely invested in each other's succes
sImmediate bonus eligibility on top of a competitive base salar
yHealth insurance and 401(k) include
dFlexible scheduling available after an initial in-office onboarding period — the firm rewards performance with trus
tA firm deeply rooted in the Jacksonville community with a culture that values both excellence and work-life balanc
e
Locatio n: This is a full-time, in-office position in downtown Jacksonville, FL. After your initial period, day-to-day scheduling flexibility is available with approval — the firm supports attorneys who demonstrate ownership and result
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No te: Candidates must hold an active Florida Bar license and a J.D. from an accredited law school. A minimum of 3 years of substantive construction defect litigation experience is required. No relocation package is available at this ti
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Abou
t UsWe are an established insurance defense and business litigation firm with more than four decades of experience and a strong reputation across Florida. Our attorneys are recognized leaders in their respective practice areas, and our firm is known for delivering results with integrity and professionalism. We are committed to the Jacksonville community and equally committed to the growth and success of the people on our te am. Confidential Emplo
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Job Descri
ptionIndependently manage a construction defect litigation caseload from intake through resol
utionDevelop and execute litigation strategy across a range of construction defect ma
ttersDraft and file motions, pleadings, discovery, orders, and other litigation documents with prec
isionConduct depositions, attend hearings, and participate in mediations and procee
dingsCollaborate with litigation team members on case strategy and client communic
ationMaintain strong organization and accuracy across an active d
ocketBuild and maintain effective relationships with clients, co-counsel, and opposing co
unsel
Qualific
ationsJ.D. from an accredited law school (req
uired)3+ years of substantive construction defect litigation experience (req
uired)Demonstrated ability to manage cases indepen
dentlyStrong written and oral advocacy
skillsExperience with ProLaw or similar case management software (a
plus)Self-motivated with strong organizational and deadline management
skillsAbility to work both autonomously and collaboratively within a litigatio
n team
Why You Will Love Worki
ng HereThis is a role for an attorney who is ready to step up — and a firm that gives you the room to do it. You won't be a number here. You'll work directly with partners and shareholders at a firm that has been a fixture in Florida litigation for over 40 years. The caseload is substantive, the team is tight-knit, and the culture is built around people who take their work seriously without taking themselves too seriously. Add in immediate bonus eligibility, health insurance, 401(k), and a path to real flexibility, and this is a practice worth bu

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