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A bit about us :
We are a 30-plus-year-old plaintiffs' personal injury firm with offices across the East Coast. With billions of dollars won for our clients and over 300 full-time employees, we are eager to add new staff to our outstanding firm!
Why join us?
Competitive salaries which are reviewed each year
Staff and Attorney bonuses
Medical Dental Vision Insurance
Health Savings Account
401K with company matching
Group Term Life & Accidental Death & Disability coverage
3 weeks paid time-off (PTO) plus at least 7 paid holidays
Emergency travel assistance
Identity theft protection coverage
Payment of professional membership fees
Optional additional Life Insurance
Optional additional Short & Long Term Disability
Job Details
THE ROLE :
As a senior litigation attorney, you will be responsible for litigating the firm's highest-value causes! You will be responsible for all aspects of a case in state and federal court. This includes pre-trial prep, court appearances, motions, depositions, mediations, negotiations, and trials.
WHAT YOU WILL DO :
Meet with clients and file lawsuits
Propound and respond to written discovery
Schedule and attend fact witness depositions
Retain all appropriate experts and attend all expert depositions
Schedule and attend all hearings
Prepare for and attend mediations
Prepare cases for trial and try cases to verdict
Prepare and file appropriate post-trial motions
Attend file audits, litigation attorney meetings, and trial clinics
WHAT YOU HAVE :
A license in good standing to practice law in Florida
Experience as a PI Litigator
A proven track record of winning, including jury trials with a minimum of 2 jury trials as first chair
The ability to handle a large and active caseload from filing through verdict
Success providing direction and guidance to a team of staff
Impeccable verbal and written communication skills
Excellent negotiation skills
Analytical and research skills
A strong courtroom presence and eagerness to try cases
Salary : $150,000 - $300,000
