Associate Attorney

Quintairos, Prieto, Wood & Boyer, P.A. • Orlando, FL

99d • Onsite

About The Position

Quintairos, Prieto, Wood & Boyer, P.A. (QPWB), a multi-office national defense firm and the largest minority-owned law firm in the United States, is seeking an Associate Attorney for its Orlando office. This is a full-time, in-office position with competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package.

The role is for an attorney with 2–5 years of insurance defense litigation experience, including personal injury and motor vehicle defense. The attorney will manage an active caseload from inception through trial, settlement, or another resolution and will have immediate responsibility, courtroom experience, and opportunities to work with experienced litigators representing insurers and their insureds.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.
• Active member in good standing with the Florida Bar.
• 2–5 years of hands-on insurance defense or civil litigation experience.
• Experience handling personal injury and motor vehicle defense matters.
• Strong legal writing, research, and oral advocacy skills.
• Experience taking and defending depositions and appearing in court.
• Ability to independently manage multiple litigation matters in a fast-paced environment.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with automobile negligence, commercial trucking, and general liability or premises liability matters is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage an active caseload from initial investigation through trial, settlement, or other resolution.
• Draft pleadings, specialized defense motions, discovery requests and responses, and carrier status reports.
• Take and defend depositions of plaintiffs, expert witnesses, fact witnesses, and corporate representatives.
• Attend court hearings, case management conferences, mediations, arbitrations, and other litigation proceedings.
• Develop litigation strategy and evaluate liability and damages.
• Maintain regular communication with insurance carriers, clients, experts, and opposing counsel.
• Ensure compliance with court deadlines and client reporting requirements.
• Collaborate with attorneys and staff to provide exceptional client service.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Employer-paid life insurance and short-term disability.
• 401(k) with employer match.
• Paid vacation, holidays, and personal time off.
• Opportunities for professional growth and advancement within a national law firm.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree