Associate Attorney - Commercial Litigation - Prime Headhunting & Recruiting, Inc.

Our Client's Firm Seeking Associate Attorney for Commercial Litigation

Our client is an established, boutique commercial litigation firm based in Palm Beach County. They represent businesses and organizations and are seeking a motivated Associate Attorney to expand their commercial litigation team. This role offers a fantastic opportunity to sharpen your trial skills, gain valuable hands-on experience in a collaborative environment, and benefit from solid mentorship. Please note that this is an in-office position only, based in West Palm Beach.

Qualifications:

• Previous experience in commercial litigation required.
• Strong legal research, writing, and persuasive oral advocacy skills.
• Eagerness to attend and participate in depositions, hearings, mediations, and trials.
• Ability to independently manage cases from start to finish and effectively utilize case resources.
• Active member of the Florida Bar in good standing.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Office, PowerPoint, and Excel.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced and evolving work environment.
• Team-oriented with strong communication skills.

Responsibilities:

• Draft and review substantive pleadings and motions.
• Respond to motions and manage discovery.
• Attend and/or chair hearings, depositions, mediations, and client meetings, and negotiate settlements.
• Communicate effectively with team members and clients.

Compensation and Benefits:
This position pays a competitive annual salary with both discretionary bonuses and discretionary profit sharing. Our client rewards the team when the firm is doing well!

• Medical coverage through BCBS (PPO/HMO), with 50% of the employee-only premium covered by the firm. Employee is responsible for 100% of dependent premiums.
• Employer-provided $25k basic life and AD&D insurance through Guardian.
• Additional benefits available through Guardian (employee-paid), including dental (PPO/HMO), vision, voluntary life, LTD, and STD.
• 15 days of PTO annually.

This is a great opportunity for someone eager to grow their trial presence in a supportive and collaborative legal setting. Our clients' firm has a strong team with great retention, employees join their firm and stay for years!