ASSOCIATE – BUSINESS LITIGATION

Location: Tampa, FL or Miami, FL

Our client, a highly respected national law firm, is seeking a qualified and motivated Associate to join their Business Litigation team in Tampa or Miami, Florida. 

Candidate Profile:

• JD from a top-tier law school with a strong academic record.
• Bar Admission in Florida.
• 3-5 years of substantive business litigation experience, preferably in medical malpractice, laboratory medicine, and professional liability matters.
• Clerkship experience and employment litigation are preferred but not required.
• Strong research and writing skills, with a desire to develop litigation skills, including taking and defending depositions, arguing motions, working with expert witnesses, and preparing for trial.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage all aspects of business litigation cases, particularly in medical malpractice and professional liability matters.
• Conduct legal research and draft pleadings, motions, and discovery responses.
• Engage in trial preparation, collaborate with expert witnesses, and represent clients in court.
• Participate in depositions and motion practice in both federal and state courts.

Why Join? This role offers a competitive salary range of $155,000 to $180,000, depending on experience, along with a comprehensive benefits package. The firm provides a supportive and dynamic work environment with opportunities for professional growth, including medical, dental, life, and disability insurance, a 401(k) plan, paid time off, additional perks.

Application Requirements: Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, resume, law school transcript, and writing sample.

The firm is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disabled/Veterans.