Our client is seeking a Florida-admitted litigation attorney with at least four years of experience to join its Miami team. This non-partnership-track position offers hands-on responsibility for matters in state and federal courts, direct client engagement, and opportunities to help guide junior lawyers.
The Work
- Draft pleadings, briefs, and other litigation work product, applying legal research and analysis to the facts and issues in each matter.
- Take and defend depositions and develop the record through active participation in discovery.
- Address discovery disputes and contribute to litigation strategy and resolution of case issues.
- Manage litigation matters and case workflows, keeping deliverables, deadlines, and client needs on track.
- Communicate regularly with clients, colleagues, and other participants in matters, providing responsive, practical service.
- Mentor and supervise junior lawyers and staff as part of the team's work.
What You Bring
- At least four years of litigation experience.
- Admission to the Florida Bar and ability to work in the Miami office.
- Experience handling litigation matters in both state and federal courts.
- Demonstrated ability to draft pleadings and briefs and produce timely, accurate, well-reasoned work product.
- Experience taking and defending depositions, addressing discovery disputes, and managing litigation matters.
- Strong written and verbal communication, legal analysis, strategic thinking, and client-service skills.
- Healthcare and/or ERISA litigation experience is desired.
- Prior state or federal court clerkship experience is a plus.
Why Consider It
This opportunity combines substantive litigation responsibility with regular client contact and involvement across key stages of state and federal court matters.
The team values collaboration, responsive client service, and professional development, while the position also includes mentoring junior lawyers and staff.
The Miami role has regular in-office presence with some flexibility to work from home.
Confidentiality
This is a confidential opportunity. Contact Advocates Legal Recruiting to discuss the role and receive additional details about the client and team. All inquiries will be handled confidentially.