Description:
The Robertson Firm, P.A. (the “Firm”) is accepting applications for the position of Junior Associate Attorney. This is a full-time, in-person, entry-level position suited to a candidate with zero to one years of legal experience.
- The Robertson Firm is a trial practice based in St. Augustine, Florida, that routinely and actively tries cases in both state and federal court. The Firm primarily practices construction law and represents homeowners, subcontractors, and general contractors in construction related disputes. The Firm also regularly handles business dispute matters as well. To be clear, The Robertson Firm does not engage in insurance defense.
- The position carries an annual base salary of $75,00-$90,000 depending on experience.
- The Firm's billable-hour target for this position is 1,320 hours annually, equivalent to 110 hours per month or roughly ~27 hours per week.
- The Associate Attorney will be eligible for a generous quarterly bonus based on productivity above the Firm's monthly billable-hour target.
- The Firm covers Florida Bar dues, required continuing legal education costs, and professional liability insurance premiums in full, and provides generous paid time off and reimbursement for approved business expenses.
- Active membership in The Florida Bar is very strongly preferred. Current licensure is preferred as to facilitate immediate active representation and court appearances.
- Zero to one years of legal experience required. Candidates with a strong academic foundation and a demonstrated desire to learn are encouraged to apply.
- Strong research, analytical, and writing capabilities are required, together with a demonstrated commitment to ethical billing practices and precise, contemporaneous timekeeping.
- Candidates should be familiar with Lexis and Microsoft Office.
- The Associate Attorney's responsibilities will include legal research and the drafting of pleadings, motions, and briefs; participation in depositions, mediations, hearings, and trials; trial preparation, including exhibit organization and witness preparation; and direct communication with clients.
- The Robertson Firm is supported by three full-time staff members with almost a century of combined legal experience in procedure, scheduling, e-filing, and trial preparation.
