About this opportunity
Hand Arendall Harrison Sale LLC lists this Litigation Associate opportunity in destin, Florida. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Litigation Associate - Santa Rosa Beach or Destin, FL
Job Title: Associate Attorney
Practice Area: Litigation
Salary: Dependent on experience, plus performance bonus and benefit package
Status: Full-time, FLSA Exempt
Hand Arendall Harrison Sale LLC is looking for an experienced litigation attorney in our Destin or Santa Rosa Beach office. The ideal candidate will be a self-starter with strong academic credentials and a minimum of 2-3 years’ experience in civil litigation including municipal, education and insurance defense. Our Firm offers competitive compensation, annual bonus plans, great benefits, and the opportunity to work on a diverse portfolio of matters.
Essential Functions
Conducts legal research
Independently drafts litigation documents
Attends client appointments independently
Learns and understands client expectations and key department business goals and assists them in meeting those goals
Handles and actively seeks opportunities to become involved in special projects and on committees
Completes all required administrative tasks including time reporting, closed cases, reports and other materials appropriate to performance of job duties
Effectively makes use of technology and automation in the practice of law
Adheres to all standards of excellence in file management
Travels as required to meet business needs
Maintains the integrity of the Firm and products offered by complying with federal and state regulations as well as company policies and procedures.
May perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
Working Conditions
Normal professional office setting. Evening and/or weekend work. In State travel will be required.
Typical Physical Needs
Requires prolonged sitting, some bending, stooping and stretching. Requires eye-hand coordination and manual dexterity sufficient to operate a keyboard, photocopier, telephone, calculator and other office equipment. Requires normal range of hearing and eyesight to record, prepare and communicate appropriate reports. May need to climb stairs and lift up to 30 lbs.
EEO Statement
Our company is an equal opportunity employer, and we look to fill every position with the best qualified person regardless of age, gender, race, religion, disability, or national origin. With our offices in Alabama and Florida, we recruit from all over the Southeast to find the right fit for every position.
The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not supposed to be construed as an exhaustive statement of essential functions, responsibilities or requirements.
Requirements
Qualifications & Prior Experience
Current license to practice law, in good standing with the Florida Bar.
Minimum 2-3 years of continuous, specific, and verifiable experience
Must be able to participate in all aspects of the firm's professional activities, including client intake, trial preparation, etc.
Prior transactional experience in estate, business law, commercial transactions and/or community association matters.
Must record case time and expenses contemporaneously
Must be punctual and able to abide by agreed-to office hours
Must have heightened attention to detail and understanding and meeting deadlines, without compromising efficiency and effectiveness
Must have great research skills
Must have the technical knowhow of Microsoft Office, including Word, PowerPoint, Excel, etc., and Adobe, and file management software
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (oral and written), professional demeanor and presentation, both in person and virtually
The ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines
High ethical standards observing confidentiality of client matters at all times
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Who can apply
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