Associate Attorney

Job Summary

A well-established law firm in Jacksonville, FL is seeking an Associate Attorney to join its growing Insurance Defense practice on a direct hire basis. This opportunity is ideal for a motivated attorney with 0 to 3 years of experience who is eager to build litigation skills, gain hands-on case exposure, and work closely with experienced legal professionals.

The Associate Attorney will be part of a collaborative, team-oriented legal environment where strong writing, research, advocacy, and professional growth are valued. This role offers meaningful case involvement, mentorship from senior attorneys, and the opportunity to develop practical litigation experience within a stable and supportive practice group. Candidates who are organized, professional, and ready to grow in insurance defense litigation will find this to be a strong career-building opportunity.

Key Responsibilities

- Handle insurance defense matters and advocate professionally on behalf of clients.
- Conduct legal research and draft pleadings, motions, legal correspondence, and case-related documents.
- Collaborate with senior attorneys, paralegals, and legal staff to develop case strategy and prepare for litigation.
- Assist with hearings, discovery, case preparation, and litigation support activities.
- Manage deadlines, communicate effectively, and support efficient case progression in a fast-paced legal setting.

Compensation and Benefits

- Salary range: $85,000 to $100,000 per year.
- Direct hire opportunity.

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Additional Skills

Required Qualifications and Skills

- Handle insurance defense matters and support litigation strategy from case preparation through resolution.
- Draft pleadings, motions, correspondence, and other legal documents with accuracy and professionalism.
- Conduct legal research and assist with hearings, discovery, and litigation support.
- Collaborate with attorneys and legal staff to move cases forward efficiently.

- J.D. from an accredited law school.
- Active Florida Bar membership or awaiting Bar Exam results.
- 0 to 3 years of legal experience, with interest in insurance defense litigation.
- Strong legal research, writing, analytical, and communication skills.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven, team-oriented legal environment.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe, and Outlook.
- Professional demeanor, strong attention to detail, and commitment to client service.

Preferred Qualifications

- Prior internship, clerkship, or law firm experience related to litigation, insurance defense, civil litigation, or claims matters.
- Interest in developing long-term litigation and advocacy skills within an insurance defense practice.
- Experience assisting with discovery, motion practice, hearings, or case preparation.