Associate Attorney
Associate Attorney Responsibilities
* Prepare correspondence and legal documents such as contracts, pleadings, briefs, affidavits, motions, and settlement agreements for contract negotiations and proceedings
*Conduct legal research, prepare for and attend hearings and/or other legal proceedings, and provide legal counsel with the help of senior associate attorneys
*Analyze conflicts in legal matters, advise clients on solutions, and negotiate on behalf of clients
*Communicate with senior associates, paralegals, and clients to ensure cases are handled efficiently
*Maintain client files in an organized fashion to ensure up-to-date information is handy for other attorneys, paralegals and support staff
Associate Attorney Qualifications
*Completion of a Juris Doctor (J.D. degree) from an accredited law school
*Successful completion of the bar exam
*Active member of the American Bar Association (ABA)
*Ability to work with senior attorneys to best serve client needs and grow our client base
*Solid communication skills and problem-solving skills required in order to work with clients, staff members and senior attorneys
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
*Health insurance
*Paid time off
Schedule: 8 hour shift
*Weekend availability
*Bonus pay
*Ability to commute/relocate:
*West Palm Beach, FL: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
Education:
*Bachelor’s (Preferred)
License/Certification:
*Bar (Preferred)
Work Location: In person