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Location: Miami, FL | Schedule: Full-time, Hybrid | Compensation: $130,000–$160,000 base salary

Overview

A leading international law firm is seeking a Litigation Associate Attorney to join its Trial & Defense Practice Group. This role offers the chance to defend a broad range of complex civil litigation matters while working closely with seasoned litigators in a fast-paced, high-exposure practice.

What you'll do

• Conduct legal research and prepare detailed analyses
• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, and other litigation-related filings
• Participate in depositions, hearings, mediations, and trials
• Interview clients, eyewitnesses, and other relevant parties
• Prepare and deliver comprehensive reporting to clients regarding case status and strategy
• Engage in significant direct communication with clients and insurers
• Assist in all phases of case development, litigation strategy, and trial preparation
• Collaborate with partners and team members to advance case objectives with efficiency and precision

Required qualifications

• JD from an ABA-accredited law school with an excellent academic record
• Active Bar Admission in Florida, in good standing
• 3+ years of substantive litigation experience
• Experience handling general liability, premises liability, or complex tort matters
• Demonstrated ability to conduct legal research and draft pleadings, motions, and briefs
• Comfortable participating in depositions, hearings, mediations, and trial preparation
• Superior legal writing, analytical, and research skills
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, and time management skills
• Ability to manage multiple matters simultaneously in a fast-moving environment

Preferred qualifications

• Exposure to product liability defense preferred

Compensation and benefits

• Annual base salary range of $130,000–$160,000, determined by experience and market factors
• Annual performance-based and monthly bonus eligibility
• Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance
• Paid parental leave
• Flexible paid time off
• Wellness programs
• 401(k)/retirement plans
• Student loan repayment support
• Additional firm-sponsored perks

Why this role

This position offers hands-on experience in a nationally-recognized trial and defense practice, with strong mentorship, early responsibility, and long-term advancement potential.