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Wicker Smith · 11 hours ago

Associate Attorney

Fort Lauderdale, FL

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

2+ years exp

Wicker Smith O’Hara McCoy & Ford, P.A. is actively seeking motivated Associate Attorneys to join our dynamic litigation teams in the Fort Lauderdale Office. The role involves managing all aspects of litigation and developing strategies in a collaborative environment.

ConsultingLegal

H1B Sponsor Likely

Hiring Manager

Allyson Adams

Responsibilities

Manage all aspects of litigation, including pleadings, discovery, depositions, motion practice, and trial preparation

Conduct thorough legal research and draft memoranda, pleadings, and motions

Represent clients in court appearances, mediations, and arbitrations

Communicate effectively with clients, opposing counsel, and insurance carriers

Develop litigation strategies in close collaboration with senior attorneys and partners

Qualification

J.D. from accredited law schoolActive license to practice lawAnalytical skillsResearch skillsWriting skillsCommunication skillsAdvocacy capabilitiesOrganizational skillsAttention to detailTeam oriented

Required

J.D. from an accredited law school with exceptional academic credentials

Active license to practice law in good standing

Strong analytical, research, and writing skills, with a writing sample required

Excellent communication and advocacy capabilities

Highly organized with meticulous attention to detail

Proven ability to manage multiple cases and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment

Candidates should demonstrate a readiness to take on significant responsibility while being team oriented

Preferred

2 to 8 years of experience in general liability and/or professional liability defense preferred

Benefits

Competitive pay and benefits

Endless possibilities for growth

Company

Wicker Smith

Wicker Smith's goal is to provide legal services of exceptional quality and creativity to their clients.

Founded in 1952

Coral Gables, Florida, USA

501-1000 employees

https://www.wickersmith.com

H1B Sponsorship

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Trends of Total Sponsorships

2024 (2)

Funding

Current Stage

Late Stage

Leadership Team

Liz C. Messianu

Partner

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