LITIGATION SPECIAL COUNSEL ATTORNEY - OFF TRACK
Locations: Jacksonville, Miami, Orlando or Tampa, FL
Our client, a premier AmLaw 50 firm, is seeking a Litigation Special Counsel to join its Construction Practice Group in Florida. This full-time, non-partner track role offers the opportunity to work on high-volume, sophisticated matters involving single-family housing and related construction disputes. The position is well-suited for a self-directed attorney who thrives in an autonomous environment and is comfortable managing cases that frequently proceed through arbitration rather than traditional court litigation.
Candidate Profile
Key Responsibilities
Why Join Us?
This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established construction litigation team within a leading law firm environment. Attorneys in this role gain meaningful hands-on experience managing complex matters while enjoying a high degree of autonomy. The firm fosters a collaborative and professional atmosphere, providing the resources and support needed to succeed while working on impactful and challenging cases.
Compensation & Benefits
Application Requirements
Interested candidates should submit a cover letter indicating office preference, resume, law school transcript, and writing sample for consideration.
Our client is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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Locations: Jacksonville, Miami, Orlando or Tampa, FL
Our client, a premier AmLaw 50 firm, is seeking a Litigation Special Counsel to join its Construction Practice Group in Florida. This full-time, non-partner track role offers the opportunity to work on high-volume, sophisticated matters involving single-family housing and related construction disputes. The position is well-suited for a self-directed attorney who thrives in an autonomous environment and is comfortable managing cases that frequently proceed through arbitration rather than traditional court litigation.
Candidate Profile
- JD from a top-tier law school with an excellent academic record
- Active Bar Admission in the relevant jurisdiction, in good standing
- 3-7 years of substantive experience in construction litigation
- Strong legal research and writing skills
- Experience conducting discovery, drafting motions, and arguing motions in court
- Deposition and some trial experience required
- Experience with mediation and arbitration strongly preferred
- Background in construction litigation, design defect claims, and insurance-related disputes highly desirable
- Demonstrated success in resolving and settling cases
- Ability to manage a high-volume caseload independently
- Strong organizational, time management, and multitasking skills
- Experience supervising paralegals or support staff is a plus
Key Responsibilities
- Manage a high-volume caseload involving construction and housing-related disputes
- Handle matters through all phases of litigation, including discovery, motion practice, and resolution
- Represent clients in arbitration proceedings and, where applicable, in court
- Conduct legal research and draft pleadings, motions, and other legal documents
- Take and defend depositions and participate in mediations
- Collaborate with internal teams and support staff to ensure efficient case management
- Work independently while maintaining high-quality legal work product
Why Join Us?
This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established construction litigation team within a leading law firm environment. Attorneys in this role gain meaningful hands-on experience managing complex matters while enjoying a high degree of autonomy. The firm fosters a collaborative and professional atmosphere, providing the resources and support needed to succeed while working on impactful and challenging cases.
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive Salary: Expected annual salary range of $115,000-$140,000, as determined by experience and market factors
- Bonus opportunities
- Comprehensive Benefits Package: Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance; 401(k) plan; paid parental leave; time off; and wellness and mental health support
- Additional Perks: backup child care, adoption and surrogacy reimbursement, and breast milk shipping services for mothers on business travel, among others
Application Requirements
Interested candidates should submit a cover letter indicating office preference, resume, law school transcript, and writing sample for consideration.
Our client is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
#LI-DNP