Description:
Overview:A Multi-Practice Business Law Firm, a forward-thinking and client-centric law firm, seeks a highly skilled and experienced Associate Attorney to join our Commercial Services department in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. This critical role demands a strategic and diligent legal professional who can seamlessly integrate into our dynamic team. The candidate will handle complex cases in commercial litigation, transactions, and mergers & acquisitions, serving a diverse range of middle-market clients.
Key Responsibilities:
- Engage in all phases of commercial litigation, including trial participation.
- Conduct and oversee commercial transactions and secured transactions.
- Manage full life-cycle of merger and acquisition processes.
- Advise on business formation, governance, and general corporate counsel.
- Develop and retain client relationships through effective client development strategies.
- Negotiate settlements with a keen sense of tactical advantage.
- Provide C-suite and general counsel advisory services.
- Ensure meticulous legal research, writing, and analysis.
Core skills:
- Proven experience in full life-cycle litigation with trial exposure.
- Ability to draft and review complex documents for commercial transactions and M&A's.
- Strong understanding of corporate formation and governance for diverse business models.
- Exceptional client relationship and strong communication skills.
- Familiarity with law firm automation tools for document handling, case management, billing, and client management.
- Time and budget management proficiency.
- Legal research and writing excellence.
- Effective client account development and retention capabilities.
Required Education and Experience:
- Juris Doctor from an accredited law school.
- Licensed to practice law in the State of Florida.
- Minimum of three years of experience in commercial law, focusing on litigation, transactions, and M&A.
- Excellent academic and professional credentials.
