Fl – In-House Counsel (Multi Jurisdictional: Fl/Tx) Position Available In Palm Beach, Florida

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Company:
A+ Associates
Salary:
$107500
JobFull-timeOnsite

Job Description

IN-HOUSE COUNSEL

(MULTI

JURISDICTIONAL

FL/TX)

DUAL BAR ADMISSION

FLORIDA

AND TEXAS SALARY RANGE

$100,000 – $115,000 ANNUALLY

SCHEDULE

FULL-TIME, ON-SITE (REQUIRED)

START DATE

IMMEDIATE

INTRODUCTION

A & Associates is a reputable staffing agency with a proven track record in screening and recruiting as well as job placement and career development. With more than twenty (20) offices throughout the United States, A & Associates is a company that can be trusted to provide a diverse level of services with excellence, diligence and integrity. “Quality In Everything We Do” is far more than our mantra, it is our standard. Explore a career with A & Associates, one of the leading providers for temporary, temp-to-hire, permanent placement services and security guard services.

OVERVIEW

A & Associates, Inc. (A&A) is a national workforce solutions provider delivering temporary staffing, security services, and project-based personnel to private clients, major event venues, government agencies, and public infrastructure partners. We are hiring an In-House Counsel who is licensed in both Texas and Florida to oversee legal matters originating in these two states. This role requires close coordination with operations, risk management, and external counsel in each jurisdiction, with responsibilities focused on claims, litigation support, contract enforcement, and internal legal strategy. This is not a trial litigation role. Instead, the In-House Counsel will act as the company’s internal legal authority for Florida and Texas, overseeing pre-litigation response efforts, managing outside counsel, supporting risk mitigation, and representing A&A in legal proceedings, mediations, administrative matters when necessary. The ideal candidate will be comfortable navigating complex employment issues, security-related liability risks, and public contract requirements across both states.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

The position focuses on managing legal matters in Florida and Texas and supporting A&A’s operational teams in maintaining compliance, resolving disputes, and preventing exposure.

CLAIMS AND LITIGATION

OVERSIGHTOversee all active litigation, pre-litigation matters, and legal claims arising in Florida and TexasCoordinate responses to FLSA claims, wage and hour disputes, workplace complaints, and third-party liability casesSupport defense strategy for negligence claims related to event staffing, public venues, and security guard servicesDraft and respond to demand letters, indemnity claims, and defense tenders involving clients and subcontractorsAct as the company’s legal liaison with external counsel and insurance providers throughout all stages of litigationMaintain internal records of case activity, legal responses, and court deadlinesManage internal discovery processes, including document production, witness coordination, and timeline preparation

COURT APPEARANCES AND LEGAL

REPRESENTATIONAppear on behalf of A&A in local and state courts in Florida and Texas for pre-trial conferences, mediations, or administrative hearingsRepresent A&A in non-trial proceedings, such as sworn declarations, depositions, or settlement negotiationsAssist in preparing executives or employees for affidavits, testimony, or legal statements as required

CONTRACT REVIEW AND OPERATIONAL

SUPPORTProvide legal support on vendor, staffing, and subcontractor agreements across both statesReview indemnity, non-compete, liability, and confidentiality clauses for enforceability and risk implicationsAdvise business units on risk exposure following incidents or client complaintsCoordinate with HR, Payroll, and field operations to ensure case documentation is consistent and defensible

INTERNAL COMPLIANCE AND LEGAL

OPERATIONSMaintain a centralized calendar of litigation deadlines, hearings, and legal deliverables for Florida and TexasDeliver regular legal briefings to senior leadership with case updates and legal recommendationsDraft internal summaries, strategy memos, and legal correspondence supporting counsel or regulatory filingsDesign and implement internal procedures to improve litigation readiness and claims prevention

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law schoolActive and in good standing with both the Florida Bar and Texas Bar2–4 years of experience in employment litigation, commercial claims, or operational liability lawEligible to appear in both state and local courts in Florida and TexasStrong organizational and communication skills, with the ability to manage multi-state legal mattersSkilled at reviewing contracts, interpreting legal risk, and supporting executive decision-making

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

In-house experience within high-volume labor industries such as staffing, public contracting, or securityFamiliarity with FLSA regulations, subcontractor agreements, venue security liability, and indemnification clausesExperience coordinating with risk carriers and defense counsel to resolve or defend claimsBackground in handling workplace injury claims, venue incidents, and staffing-related litigationUnderstanding of compliance and contract protocols in city, county, or state agency partnershipsAbility to conduct internal fact-finding investigations and coordinate discovery with outside attorneys

COMPENSATION

Annual salary range of $100,000 to $115,000 based on credentials and experience. Comprehensive benefits package includes medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, holidays, and professional development opportunities.

HOW TO APPLY

Please submit your resume and a cover letter outlining your dual-state licensure, legal experience in staffing or employment law, and comfort level with litigation management. Send materials to •.

EEO STATEMENT A

& Associates, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

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