Sr. Litigation Associate

As a Senior Litigation Associate, you will manage complex litigation matters, provide strategic legal advice to clients, and represent them in court. Responsibilities include case assessment, discovery, trial preparation, and settlement negotiations. You will also conduct legal research, draft documents, and mentor junior associates, ensuring successful outcomes in various disputes while maintaining high professional standards.

Must Have

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school
• Admission to the Florida state bar and in good standing
• Minimum of 3+ years of litigation experience
• Proven ability to manage all aspects of litigation from inception to resolution
• Exceptional legal research, writing, and analytical skills
• Strong oral advocacy and negotiation skills
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment
• High level of professionalism, integrity, and ethical standards

Good to Have

• Experience in commercial litigation, class actions, and multi-district litigation
• Background in managing large-scale discovery and eDiscovery processes
• Demonstrated success in business development and client relationship management

Job Description

Job Overview: As a Senior Litigation Associate, you will be a key member of our litigation team, responsible for managing and overseeing complex litigation matters. You will work closely with clients, providing strategic legal advice, representing them in court, and ensuring successful outcomes in various types of disputes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage and oversee all phases of litigation, including case assessment, strategy development, discovery, trial preparation, and trial.
• Represent clients in state and federal courts, administrative hearings, and alternative dispute resolution proceedings.
• Conduct legal research and draft pleadings, motions, briefs, and other legal documents.
• Take and defend depositions, and prepare witnesses for testimony.
• Engage in settlement negotiations and mediations to resolve disputes favorably for clients.
• Collaborate with clients to understand their objectives and develop effective legal strategies.
• Provide counsel and advice to clients on potential legal risks and issues.
• Mentor and supervise junior associates and paralegals, providing guidance and support in their professional development.
• Participate in business development activities, including client meetings, presentations, and networking events.
• Stay current with developments in the law and maintain a deep understanding of procedural and substantive aspects of litigation.

Qualifications:

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the Florida state bar and in good standing.
• Minimum of 3+ years of litigation experience, with a strong track record of handling complex cases.
• Proven ability to manage all aspects of litigation from inception to resolution.
• Exceptional legal research, writing, and analytical skills.
• Strong oral advocacy and negotiation skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build and maintain client relationships.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• High level of professionalism, integrity, and ethical standards.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in commercial litigation, class actions, and multi-district litigation.
• Background in managing large-scale discovery and eDiscovery processes.
• Demonstrated success in business development and client relationship management.

Kavaliro provides Equal Employment Opportunities to all employees and applicants. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. Kavaliro is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. In keeping with our commitment, Kavaliro will take the steps to assure that people with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. Accordingly, if reasonable accommodation is required to fully participate in the job application or interview process, to perform the essential functions of the position, and/or to receive all other benefits and privileges of employment, please respond to this posting to connect with a company representative.

Job Requirements

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