Description:
Description:Position: Associate Attorney
Location: Orlando - Hybrid
Position Overview:
Lydecker is seeking an associate attorney with 3+ years of experience for our Orlando office. The applicant should be admitted to practice in FL. The firm provides extensive training to its new associates. Under the supervision of a partner, the associate will be handling a variety of cases, including the defense of general liability, construction defect or any insurance defense matter. If you possess a strong work ethic and want to work in our Florida defense litigation practice group, this may be the opportunity for you!
Job Requirements:
- This position requires a Florida bar license in good standing
- A minimum of JD from an ABA approved law school
- A minimum of 3+ years of civil defense litigation experience, preferably in personal injury, bodily injury, general liability, construction defect and/or insurance defense litigation.
- Previous experience should include managing up to 30 cases at once, taking and defending depositions, appearance in court, motion, and discovery drafting; mediation and trial experience a huge plus; experience mentoring junior Associates a huge plus
- Computer skills: Has basic knowledge of computer operation, internet software, spreadsheet software and word processing software; the use of Microsoft products is preferred. Has the ability to type and operate office equipment.
- Be self-motivated and a self-starter, work well independently, and possess strong client communication skills
- Oral Communication: Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; listens and gets clarification; responds well to questions; participates in meetings when required
- Written Communication: Writes clearly and informatively; edits work for spelling and grammar; varies writing style to meet needs; presents numerical data effectively; able to read and interpret written information
- Temperament: Ability to work with little supervision; prioritizes and anticipates work needs; works well under occasional periods of pressure and short deadlines.
- Ethics: Keeps client and firm information confidential at all times; understands and implements general rules of ethical behavior applicable to lawyers
- Draft/review and respond to petitions/complaints, motions, and written discovery
- Attend hearings and meetings with clients when requested
- Prepare for and attend depositions
- Assist with preparation for and/or participate in mediation and trial
- Must be willing and able to bill
- Any other duties as assigned
What we offer:
- One-on-one mentorship and training by Partners
- Salary range depending on depth and years of experience
- Quarterly bonuses based on your billable hours
- Annual performance reviews with potential for sizeable increase in salary
- Hybrid work environment
- Flexible work hours
- Medical Insurance – Currently provided by Cigna Healthcare with multiple insurance plans to choose from based on your needs – partially paid for by Firm for the employee; All outpatient mental health services are free of charge with no copays
- Optional Dental & Vision Insurance
- Optional Voluntary Life and Disability Insurance
- Optional Voluntary Accident Insurance
- Optional Critical Illness Insurance
- Optional Cancer Insurance
- Optional Hospitalization Insurance
- Optional Health Savings Account
- Optional Flexible Spending Account
- 401k after one calendar year of employment
- Paid time off (PTO) to support your overall well-being
- Collegial work environment
- Perks including Bagel Fridays, Free Snacks, Cuban Coffee (*only in Miami office)
- Social events such as Annual Beach Buzz, Attorney Socials, Corporate Run & Holiday Events
