Description:
At Quintairos, Prieto, Wood & Boyer, P.A. (QPWB), success starts with people. As the nation's largest minority & women-owned law firm, we are committed to fostering an environment where attorneys can thrive, grow, and lead. We are currently seeking an Attorney with 3-6 years of experience to join our Orlando office, handling General Liability litigation.This full-time position is an excellent opportunity for a litigation attorney looking to gain hands-on experience in high-exposure defense matters while working in a collaborative and entrepreneurial environment.
Why Join Us?
Diverse & High-Profile Caseload: Gain valuable experience handling general liability claims, with exposure to other complex litigation areas.
Career Growth & Mentorship: Work alongside seasoned trial attorneys who provide structured training, mentorship, and leadership development opportunities.
Competitive Compensation & Benefits: We recognize and reward your litigation expertise with a market-competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package.
Your Role: Litigation Attorney – General Liability
As an Attorney in our General Liability practice, you will play a vital role in litigating high-exposure cases and providing strategic defense for national and regional clients. Your responsibilities include:
- Case Strategy & Litigation Management: Handling all aspects of case development, strategy, and defense.
- Courtroom & Mediation Advocacy: Attending hearings, depositions, mediations, and trials in both state and federal courts.
- Legal Research & Writing: Drafting motions, pleadings, discovery responses, and legal memoranda to support case strategies.
- Discovery & Evidence Preparation: Conducting witness depositions, managing discovery, and coordinating with expert witnesses.
- Coverage & Risk Assessment: Bonus points if you have legitimate insurance coverage experience, including analyzing policy terms and litigating coverage disputes.
- Client Counseling & Litigation Risk Management: Advising clients on litigation risks, case strategy, and legal obligations while maintaining strong client relationships.
What you bring:
To excel in this role, you should have:
- Experience:
- 10 years of litigation experience, with a focus on general liability.
- Prior federal court litigation experience is highly preferred.
- Insurance coverage experience is a plus.
- Legal Knowledge & Skills:
- Excellent analytical, research, and problem-solving abilities.
- Strong oral and written advocacy skills with experience in motion practice, depositions, and trial preparation.
- Education & Licensure:
- Juris Doctor (JD) from an ABA-accredited law school.
- Licensed to practice law in Florida and in good standing.
- Admission to federal court (or eligibility for admission) is preferred.
- Technology & Software Proficiency:
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Outlook, Excel), Westlaw, and time-billing software.