Associate Attorney - Commercial Litigation

Lydecker•Miami, FL

21h•Hybrid

About The Position

Lydecker is seeking an associate attorney with 3–7 years of experience for its Miami office. The role focuses on the defense of general commercial litigation and is performed under a partner’s supervision. Applicants must be admitted to practice in Florida and have a strong work ethic. The position offers partner mentorship and training, a collegial work environment, and remote or hybrid work options with flexible hours.

Requirements

Florida bar license in good standing.
Juris Doctor from an ABA-approved law school.
3–7 years of civil defense litigation experience.
Experience managing up to 30 cases at once, taking and defending depositions, appearing in court, and drafting motions and discovery.
Ability and willingness to bill.
Basic knowledge of computer operations, internet software, spreadsheet software, and word processing software; ability to type and operate office equipment.
Self-motivated, able to work independently, and strong client communication skills.
Clear oral communication, including listening, seeking clarification, responding to questions, and participating in meetings when required.
Clear written communication, including editing for spelling and grammar, adapting writing style, presenting numerical data, and interpreting written information.
Ability to keep client and firm information confidential and follow ethical rules applicable to lawyers.

Nice To Haves

Experience in commercial litigation, business litigation, insurance regulatory matters, breach of contract actions, breach of fiduciary duty cases, professional negligence actions, derivative actions, or tortious interference.
White collar crime experience.
Mediation and trial experience.
Experience mentoring junior associates.
Microsoft products experience.
Strong work ethic.

Responsibilities

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

Benefits

Partner mentorship and training.
Quarterly bonuses based on billable hours.
Annual performance reviews with potential for salary increases.
Flexible work hours and remote or hybrid work opportunities.
Medical insurance, partially paid by the firm for the employee, with multiple plans; outpatient mental health services are free of charge 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.
Paid parking or commuter benefits.
Perks including Bagel Fridays, free snacks, and Cuban coffee at the Miami office.
Social events including an annual beach event, attorney socials, a corporate run, and holiday events.