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 seeking an Associate Attorney to join its growing Class Action Department in Tampa, working with John A. Yanchunis, the department's leader. You'll help investigate, develop, and prosecute state and federal class actions involving consumer protection, data privacy, and unfair business practices.
The firm has an established track record of protecting the rights of consumers and stopping improper and unlawful behavior of some of the largest companies in the United States. Some of these accomplishments include:
- $425.65 million jury verdict in Rodriguez v. Google (2025)
- $380.5 million resolution in In re Equifax, Inc. Customer Data Security Breach Litigation (2020)
- $143 million resolution in litigation arising from the Merrimack Valley gas explosions (2021)
- $117.5 million resolution in In re Yahoo! Inc. Customer Data Breach Security Litigation (2020)
- $63 million resolution in In re U.S. Office of Personnel Management Data Security Breach Litigation (2022)
As an Associate Attorney, you will:
- Aid senior lawyers in the development and advancement of cases through all stages of litigation
- Research complex legal issues and develop case strategy
- Draft and file pleadings, motions, memoranda, and discovery requests and responses
- Analyze factual records, identify relevant precedent, and build persuasive arguments
- Prepare for and participate in depositions, hearings, mediations, and other proceedings
- Work with expert witnesses, including on reports, affidavits, and supporting discovery
- Communicate with clients and collaborate with colleagues on case strategy
- Identify emerging legal issues and investigate potential claims in consumer protection and privacy
Requirements:
- J.D. from an accredited law school
- Admission to The Florida Bar, or willingness to obtain admission within one year of hire
- A recent graduate of up to 2 years of litigation experience or a judicial clerkship
- Exceptional legal research, writing, and oral advocacy skills
- Sound judgment, strong attention to detail, and the ability to manage competing priorities
- A self-directed approach to your work
- A passion for the law and helping consumers seek justice through class actions
- Willingness to work in office in Tampa
Preferred but not required:
- Federal judicial clerkship experience, particularly with a U.S. District Court or Court of Appeals
- Law review, law journal, or comparable legal writing experience
Benefits:
- Medical and dental insurance
- 401(k) plan
- Paid time off and paid holidays