Experienced Associate Attorney
Small Firm Culture with Big Firm Resources and Uncommon Upward Mobility in Ft. Lauderdale, FL Galloway, Johnson, Tompkins, Burr & Smith, PLC seeks an attorney with 3 - 7 years of defense litigation experience to join our quickly expanding team in Ft. Lauderdale handling: insurance defense, auto and premises liability, construction defect cases, 3rd party property, breach of contract, constitutional defense, trucking and transportation litigation. We are a growing, AV rated, full-service litigation firm with offices and extensive resources for continued expansion in Texas, Louisiana, Mississippi, Missouri, Alabama, Georgia, and Florida. Our unique firm culture promotes a collaborative and flexible environment. We offer an excellent opportunity for upward mobility, including a generous compensation package, significant year-end bonuses, and a wide selection of benefits and perks. Applicants must have some independent experience taking depositions, attending hearings and preparing client reports. Responsibilities: • Assist clients in determining a proper solution to legal conflicts and determine the best course of action • Attend court hearings or other legal proceedings, perform legal research, and work with senior associate attorneys to provide legal advice • Draft documents such as correspondence, pleadings, motions, briefs, affidavits, settlement agreements, and contracts to be used proceedings and contract negotiations • Keep files organized to make sure the most recent updates are accessible to other attorneys, paralegals, and staff • Communicate with senior associates, paralegals, and clients to ensure cases are handled efficiently Qualifications: • Applicants must have successfully passed the state bar exam • Ability to work with senior attorneys to best serve client needs and grow our client base • Active member of the American Bar Association (ABA) • Juris Doctorate (J.D.) degree required from an accredited law school • Effective communication skills and problem-solving skills are necessary to work with all levels of staff and clients Compensation: $90,000+ commensurate with experience
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