Associate Attorney
About The Position
Freidin Brown, P.A. is seeking a motivated Associate Attorney to join its plaintiffs' medical malpractice and personal injury team in Miami, FL. This role involves working directly with the Managing Partner on high-stakes catastrophic injury and medical malpractice cases. The firm specializes in medical malpractice, catastrophic injury, wrongful death, construction litigation, and insurance litigation, representing clients across Florida. This is a long-term career opportunity offering direct mentorship, clear paths to increased case responsibility, and a focus on case execution and client service rather than business development.
Requirements
- 0–3 years of litigation experience, ideally in plaintiffs' medical malpractice or personal injury
- Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills
- Active member in good standing of The Florida Bar
- Highly intelligent, self-starting, and driven, with a strong academic and professional pedigree
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a client-focused approach
- Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple case deadlines independently
Nice To Haves
- Prior clerkship or law review experience preferred
Responsibilities
- Assist with a caseload of medical malpractice, catastrophic injury, and wrongful death matters from intake through resolution
- Draft pleadings, motions, discovery requests and responses, and other litigation documents
- Prepare for (and eventually take and defend) depositions of parties, treating physicians, and expert witnesses
- Work with the managing partner and paralegal staff to develop case strategy and trial preparation
- Review and analyze medical records to identify and develop claims of negligence and damages
- Communicate directly with clients to provide case updates and manage expectations
- Attend hearings, mediations, and trials as needed
- Coordinate with expert witnesses on causation, standard of care, and damages issues
- Manage and oversee case deadlines to ensure compliance with all court deadlines
Benefits
- Competitive compensation with annual discretionary bonus tied to individual and firm performance
- Full health coverage
- HSA (after 1 year of employment)
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- 401(k) plan with profit sharing program participation
- Life insurance available
- Disability insurance available
- Parking included
- Paid time off
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
