LumenCeler Group · 4 hours ago
Litigation Associate
LumenCeler Group is a mid-sized defense firm in downtown Tampa seeking a Litigation Associate to support a senior attorney in a medical malpractice defense practice. The role offers hands-on litigation experience, strong mentorship, and meaningful responsibility on complex defense matters.
Responsibilities
Defend medical malpractice and other defense litigation matters from inception through resolution
Draft pleadings, motions, discovery, and legal memoranda
Handle and defend depositions; assist with expert discovery
Prepare for hearings, mediations, and trials
Work closely with a senior attorney on case strategy and litigation management
Communicate with clients, experts, and opposing counsel
Manage caseload efficiently while meeting litigation deadlines and billable requirements
Qualification
Required
2–5 years of defense litigation experience required
Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills
Comfortable handling depositions and court appearances (or eager to grow into them)
Licensed and in good standing with the Florida Bar
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, in-office litigation environment
Preferred
Medical malpractice defense experience strongly preferred