Maritime Litigation Attorney

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Job Overview

A law firm in Fort Lauderdale, FL, seeks a Maritime Litigation Attorney with 3-5 years of experience to join their litigation team. The ideal candidate will manage complex maritime disputes, handle discovery, and advocate for clients in hearings, mediations, and trials. This role offers the opportunity to work in a diverse, inclusive, and supportive environment while providing exemplary legal counsel.

Duties

• Take and defend depositions, draft and argue dispositive motions, and attend hearings, mediations, and trials.



• Perform legal research, analyze case law, and prepare pleadings and correspondence.



• Communicate effectively with clients, expert witnesses, and opposing counsel to provide strategic legal advice.

Requirements

• Must be a licensed member of the Florida Bar.



• Must have 3-5 years of experience in maritime law.



• Demonstrates excellent verbal and written communication skills.



• Exhibits strong problem-solving abilities and the capacity to work both independently and as part of a team.

Education

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.

Certifications

• Active license to practice law in the State of Florida.

Skills

• Proficiency in legal research and case law analysis.



• Strong advocacy and negotiation skills for litigation settings.



• Ability to manage multiple cases and prioritize tasks effectively.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation with monthly revenue-based bonus potential for associates and end-of-year bonus.



• Full benefits package with choices among several health, dental, disability, and life insurance plans.



• 401(k) with employer matching.



• 20 days of paid time off.



• Parental leave.



• Professional development opportunities including the "CSK Learning Series" and in-office lunch and learns.

Company info

BCG Attorney Search
801 Brickell Avenue, Suite 900
Miami
Florida
United States 33131
Phone : (305) 570-3575
Fax : (213) 895-7306