Associate Attorney needed for Orlando office

Max 5 yrs required

Full-time

No

A law firm is seeking a motivated and experienced Associate Attorney to join its dynamic legal team in Orlando. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in handling and managing a caseload of automotive liability cases, working independently and collaboratively with a focus on achieving favorable outcomes for clients.

Job Details:

• Independently handle a caseload of automotive liability matters, including investigations, pleadings, discovery, motions, and trials.
• Conduct legal research to develop case strategies and assess liability issues.
• Evaluate potential cases for merit and provide recommendations to senior attorneys.
• Interact with clients, insurance companies, and opposing counsel.
• Communicate effectively with clients to provide updates on case progress and explain legal strategies.
• Advocate for clients' interests in settlement negotiations and at trial.
• Stay current with changes in automotive liability laws, regulations, and precedents.
• Analyze complex legal issues, draft legal memoranda, and provide informed counsel to clients and senior attorneys.
• Draft and file pleadings, motions, briefs, and other legal documents.
• Prepare and respond to discovery requests, including interrogatories, requests for production, and requests for admissions.
• Represent clients in court proceedings, including hearings, depositions, and trials.
• Prepare witnesses for depositions and trial testimony.
• Attend and argue motions before judges as necessary.
• Collaborate with senior attorneys, paralegals, and legal assistants to ensure efficient case management.
• Assist in mentoring and supervising junior associates or legal staff, if applicable.
• Maintain accurate time records for billable hours and expenses.
• Prepare and submit client invoices in a timely manner.

Requirements:

• Juris Doctor (.) degree from an accredited law school and active State Bar membership.
• Strong understanding of automotive liability laws and regulations.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proven litigation experience, including trial and deposition experience.
• Proficiency in legal research and analysis.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Knowledge of relevant legal software and case management tools.
• Demonstrated commitment to providing high-quality legal services and achieving favorable outcomes for clients.
• Expertise in automotive liability law.

Experience:

1-3 years of experience practicing law, with a focus on automotive liability cases.

Legal