Construction Litigation Attorney

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Salary: $140,000 - $180,000 per year

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Attorney to join our dynamic legal team. This is a permanent position, ideal for someone with a robust background in general liability and defense on construction related cases. The successful candidate will have a Juris Doctor degree and must be a member in good standing with the Florida Bar. This role requires a minimum of 5 years of experience. The right candidate will have a proven track record of success, a passion for the legal field, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

• Competitive Compensation
• Full Benefits
• Paid Time Off
• Flexible Schedule
• Hybrid Options

Responsibilities:

• Provide expert legal advice on a wide range of general liability and defense matters.
• Represent the organization in court proceedings, providing a robust and effective defense.
• Prepare and draft various legal documents such as pleadings, motions, briefs, and agreements.
• Conduct legal research and analysis to support case preparation and strategy development.
• Review and interpret laws, rulings, and regulations to determine their impact on the organization.
• Develop and implement effective legal strategies to resolve cases swiftly and effectively.
• Maintain current knowledge of alterations in legislation that may affect the organization and its operations.
• Communicate and negotiate with external parties (regulators, external counsel, public authorities etc.), creating relations of trust.
• Uphold the ethics and values of the legal profession and the organization.

Qualifications:

• Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school.
• A minimum of 5 years of experience as an Attorney, with a focus on construction related cases
• Active membership and good standing with the Florida Bar.
• Exceptional knowledge of federal, state, and local laws.
• Proven experience appearing before state and federal courts.
• Strong analytical skills and the ability to think strategically.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• High degree of professional ethics, integrity, and gravitas.
• Excellent negotiation and people skills.
• Accuracy and attention to detail.
• Proficient in MS Office and ability to work with legal technology (court-filing computer systems, transcription software, etc.).

This is an excellent opportunity to join a dynamic and growing legal team. If you have the necessary skills and experience, we would love to hear from you.

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