Attorney

Attorney Opportunity – Build Your Future with Our Firm

Location: Shalimar or Crestview Office. Our well-established law firm in Okaloosa County, Florida is expanding and seeking a dedicated attorney who is passionate about delivering exceptional client service to join our team. Our firm handles a wide range of practice areas, including real estate law, civil litigation, business and corporate law, family law, criminal defense, estate planning, guardianship, and probate matters. This is an excellent opportunity for an attorney with an existing book of business, as well as those eager to grow their practice in a supportive, collaborative environment. While the firm handles a variety of practice areas, you will have the opportunity to focus on a practice area that aligns with your expertise and interests. This position can be located in either of our firm's Shalimar office or Crestview office, and we can also accommodate a hybrid office arrangement as well, offering flexibility to work both remotely and in the office to better support your work-life balance.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide legal counsel and representation in a variety of legal matters.
• Maintain clear and timely communication with clients, keeping them informed and engaged throughout their case.
• Conduct thorough legal research and draft high-quality pleadings, motions, and other legal documents.
• Manage caseloads efficiently, ensuring deadlines and client expectations are met.
• Represent and advocate on behalf of clients in negotiations, mediations, and court proceedings.
• Contribute to business development by fostering client relationships and expanding the firm's community involvement.
• Stay informed on legal developments and emerging legal trends
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Must be a member in good standing with The Florida Bar.
• Strong commitment to client service, with excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent legal research, writing, time management, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently while also collaborating with the firm's team.
• Motivated by desire to make contributions to the firm and the local community in efforts toward building a client base
  
  

Compensation: Salary commensurate with experience and qualifications.

To apply, please send your resume and a writing sample to our Firm's Administrator, Johnna Drake, johnna@chesserbarr.com.