Fast paced law firm based in Coral Gables is looking to add an Associate Attorney to be a part of a growing team. This is a full-time, in person role. Our office values work-life balance and provides clients with comprehensive legal solutions (family law, real estate law, business law, probate and estate planning). The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, have sound judgment, an excellent work ethic, strong communication skills and a commitment to the highest level of professionalism.
This role requires three (3) years of legal experience as a litigation attorney. Candidates with less than three (3) years of experience in litigation will not be considered. This position is only open to law school graduates with a Florida law license who are ready to practice immediately.
Requirements and responsibilities:
- Review and analyze statutes and case law to advise clients and senior attorneys on legal issues and case strategy
- Review, analyze and draft contracts and agreements
- Draft pleadings to file with courts
- Review pleadings filed on cases, calendar follow ups and deadlines, determine action items and responses
- Attend hearings, depositions, mediations and trials
- Communicate with clients, opposing counsel, and court staff promptly and professionally regarding cases
- Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Outlook, and Excel)
- Highly organized multi-tasker who works well in a fast-paced environment
- Excellent time management and communication skills
- Willingness to learn and to grow with the company
- Bilingual (English and Spanish) required
- Familiarity with MyCase is a plus, but not required
If interested, please submit your resume and include salary expectation.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $80,000.00 - $135,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Paid time off
Education:
Experience:
- Litigation: 1 year (Required)
Language:
License/Certification:
- license to practice law in Florida (Required)
Work Location: In person
