Litigation Associate Attorney in Jacksonville

Job Description

Job Title: Litigation Associate Attorney

About Us: GPAC has partnered with a national law firm specializing in Litigation. They are seeking an associate to join the Civil Litigation practice group in their Jacksonville office. The associate will work closely with shareholders and associates on the full spectrum of corporate business and general litigation clients.

The Firm: A mid-sized, full-service law firm that has been ranked among the Best Law Firms in the country. The firm has served the needs of businesses and individuals since 1900's. In every engagement they undertake, they are driven as advocates, counselors, and partners to help their clients through whatever legal issues they may face.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Support clients in the areas of law including corporate business and general litigation.
• Perform thorough legal research, identifying necessary information to support senior counsel and clients.
• Assist in preparation of expert reports and mediation statements.
• Represent clients in regular court appearances.
• Prepare for trial including deposition preparation, discovery, and case preparation.
• Prepare motions, briefs, plans, and other litigation documents.
• File court documents and adhere to strict timelines.
• Draft discovery in addition to pleadings.

Candidate Qualifications

• License to practice law in Florida
• Degree from an accredited law school 
• 2-4 years’ experience civil litigation experience
• Excellent communication skills
• Solid writing and editing skills with a focus on developing thoughtful and persuasive messaging
• Ability to work in and adapt to a fast-paced work environment
• Strong organizational, time management, and project management mindset
• Commitment to professionalism, cooperation, and teamwork
• A strong drive to provide proactive, client-focused legal services

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision plans for individual and family
• Company paid life insurance, short- and long-term disability plans
• Flexible Spending Account
• Profit Sharing 401k Plan
• Paid Time Off and Holidays
• Lateral Attorney Referral Program
• Tuition Assistance
• Marketing Resources and Assistance

Salary Range: Salary commensurate with expertise & previous experience; discretionary bonuses

How to Apply: Simply apply to this posting or forward your confidential resume to Virginia.Amburgy@gogpac.com.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.