Litigation Associate

Job Title:

Litigation AssociateLocation:

West Palm Beach, FL on-site or willing to relocate

Salary:

Base $100k-$160k +

Performance CompRequirements:

JD and good standing Florida Bar, 3+yrs experience in PI, MedMal, Courtroom experience and Trial Exposure, Former Prosecutors a huge plusPosition OverviewA highly respected plaintiff litigation firm is seeking a 3+ year associate to join its trial team. This role offers hands-on litigation exposure and the opportunity to work on high-value cases.

Key ResponsibilitiesRepresent clients in court and at hearings, including pretrial conferences, motions, and trialsDevelop and execute trial strategy and trial presentation materials, including exhibits, demonstratives, and witness preparationDraft and file pleadings, motions, briefs, and appellate filings with accuracy and persuasive legal analysisManage all phases of discovery, including written discovery, depositions, E-discovery workflows, document review, and evidence managementConduct legal research and produce memoranda and trial-level legal writing using Westlaw, LexisNexis, or equivalent toolsPrepare for and take depositions; prepare and examine witnesses at trial; handle witness interviews and witness preparationNegotiate settlements and participate in Alternative Dispute Resolution proceedings when appropriateMaintain client communication and provide practical counseling regarding strategy, exposures, and case valuationCoordinate with trial support staff and manage document management systems (Relativity, Adobe Acrobat, Microsoft Office, Pacer and docket systems)Ensure timely timekeeping and billing entry and meet internal compliance and regulatory obligationsAssist with appellate briefing and post-trial matters as neededQualificationsJuris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law schoolActive membership in the Florida Bar required3+ years exp in prior litigation experience with courtroom and trial exposure; prosecution experience or felony/sex-crimes background is a plusStrong courtroom exposureProficiency with Westlaw, LexisNexis, PACER, Adobe Acrobat, and Microsoft Office applicationsExperience taking and defending depositions and coordinating trial support and witness preparationComfortable handling client counseling, settlement negotiation, and Alternative Dispute Resolution processesDetail-oriented, with excellent organizational, timekeeping and billing discipline, and the ability to manage multiple matters concurrentlyBenefitsBase Salary + Performance CompensationMedical / Health Insurance /Dental InsuranceVision InsuranceLife Insurance401(k)Potential Profit SharingPTO + Paid VacationEAPand more