Description
At Morgan & Morgan, the work we do matters. For millions of Americans, we're their last line of defense against insurance companies, large corporations or defective goods.
Morgan & Morgan is looking for an experienced General Liability Litigation Attorney to join its quickly growing practice of plaintiff's personal injury lawyers and supporting case staff in our growing offices in South Florida.
The General Liability Litigation Attorney will handle a heavy and complex case load from pre-litigation, litigation, trial prep and trial. Cases may include representing plaintiffs in slip and fall; security negligence; wrongful death; dog bite / animal attack; and other cases in South Florida.
Our law firm's generous and competitive compensation includes a base salary, guaranteed commission, and competitive ongoing commission fees / bonuses (uncapped), as well as a full benefits package. Additionally, each litigator will have a large case staff assisting them, including a dedicated paralegal and a dedicated legal assistant.
Responsibilities:
- Handle day-to-day pre-litigation and litigation cases
- Draft and file litigation documents, including pleadings, discovery requests, and motions
- Guide plaintiff clients through the case process
- Interact with expert witnesses, including conferences and drafting expert reports
- Prepare for and attend depositions, mediations, hearings, and court appearances
Qualifications:
- Law degree (J.D.) from a fully accredited law school
- Active member in good standing with the State Bar Association (FL required)
- Minimum 3+ years of personal injury / general liability experience
- Ability to manage high volume of pre-lit and litigation cases
- Excellent client service and communication skills
- Self-starter driven by long-term career goals
- Superior writing and oral advocacy skills
Morgan & Morgan offers an excellent benefits package including medical and dental insurance, 401(k) plan, paid time off and paid holidays.