Associate Attorney

External•Orlando, FL

18h•Hybrid

About The Position

Lydecker is seeking an Associate Attorney for its Orlando office to work in the Florida defense litigation practice group. The role involves handling a variety of cases, including general liability, construction defect, and other insurance defense matters, under the supervision of a partner. The firm provides extensive training and one-on-one mentorship from partners. The position requires Florida bar admission and civil defense litigation experience. The posting gives differing experience thresholds: the overview states 1–2+ years, while the requirements specify a minimum of 3+ years. The associate will draft and review pleadings, motions, and discovery; attend hearings and client meetings; prepare for and attend depositions; and assist with or participate in mediations and trials. The associate must be willing and able to bill. The position is based in Orlando and offers a hybrid work environment and flexible work hours.

Requirements

Florida bar license in good standing.
Juris Doctor degree from an ABA-approved law school.
A minimum of 3+ years of civil defense litigation experience is listed in the requirements; the position overview states 1–2+ years of experience.
Experience preferably in personal injury, bodily injury, general liability, construction defect, and/or insurance defense litigation.
Previous experience managing up to 30 cases at once, taking and defending depositions, appearing in court, and drafting motions and discovery.
Basic knowledge of computer operation, internet software, spreadsheet software, and word processing software; Microsoft products are preferred.
Ability to type and operate office equipment.
Self-motivated, able to work independently, and strong client communication skills.
Clear oral communication, active listening, and ability to participate in meetings when required.
Clear and informative written communication, including editing for spelling and grammar, adapting writing style, presenting numerical data, and interpreting written information.
Ability to work with little supervision, prioritize and anticipate work needs, and work under occasional pressure and short deadlines.
Maintain confidentiality and understand and implement general ethical rules applicable to lawyers.
Willingness and ability to bill.

Nice To Haves

Mediation and trial experience.
Experience mentoring junior associates.

Responsibilities

Draft, review, and respond to petitions, complaints, motions, and written discovery.
Attend hearings and meetings with clients when requested.
Prepare for and attend depositions.
Assist with preparation for and/or participate in mediation and trial.
Bill for work performed.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

One-on-one mentorship and training by partners.
Quarterly bonuses based on billable hours.
Annual performance reviews with potential for a sizeable salary increase.
Medical insurance through Cigna, with multiple plans; partially paid for by the firm for the employee.
Outpatient mental health services at no cost and with no copays.
Optional dental and vision insurance.
Optional voluntary life and disability insurance.
Optional voluntary accident insurance.
Optional critical illness insurance.
Optional cancer insurance.
Optional hospitalization insurance.
Optional health savings account.
Optional flexible spending account.
401(k) after one calendar year of employment.
Paid time off (PTO).
Paid parking or commuter benefits.
Flexible work hours.
Hybrid work environment.
Professional development and mentoring opportunities.