Fast paced law firm based in Coral Gables is looking to add an Associate Attorney to be a part of a growing team. This is a full-time, in person role. Our office values work-life balance and provides clients with comprehensive legal solutions (family law, real estate law, business law, probate and estate planning). The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, have sound judgment, an excellent work ethic, strong communication skills and a commitment to the highest level of professionalism.
This role requires legal experience as a litigation attorney. Candidates with less than one year of experience in litigation will not be considered. This position is only open to law school graduates with a Florida law license who are ready to practice immediately.
Requirements and responsibilities:
Review and analyze statutes and case law to advise clients and senior attorneys on legal issues and case strategy
Review, analyze and draft contracts and agreements
Draft pleadings to file with courts
Review pleadings filed on cases, calendar follow ups and deadlines, determine action items and responses
Attend hearings, depositions, mediations and trials
Communicate with clients, opposing counsel, and court staff promptly and professionally regarding cases
Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Outlook, and Excel)
Highly organized multi-tasker who works well in a fast-paced environment
Excellent time management and communication skills
Willingness to learn and to grow with the company
Bilingual (English and Spanish) required
Familiarity with MyCase is a plus, but not required
If interested, please submit your resume and include salary expectation.