General Litigation Attorney

Hill, Ward & Henderson•Tampa, FL

8h•Onsite

About The Position

Hill Ward Henderson, an AV-rated, Tampa, Florida law firm seeks a qualified attorney for its Litigation group. Candidates must have 2-4 years of substantive experience in litigation, specifically in the areas of mass tort, trade secret and/or general commercial litigation. The position requires excellent academic credentials, strong communication skills, excellent research and writing skills and client development potential. The ideal candidate has experience with all facets of case management and trial preparation including taking and defending party and expert witness depositions, preparing pretrial motions, and collaborating with the litigation team in formulating case objectives and trial strategy. This position offers immediate responsibility and client exposure in a friendly, collegial work environment, a partner opportunity, and excellent compensation and benefits. The team is both supportive and collaborative, providing the candidate with the opportunity to gain experience while learning from reputed practitioners.

Requirements

2-4 years of substantive experience in litigation
Experience in mass tort, trade secret and/or general commercial litigation
Excellent academic credentials
Strong communication skills
Excellent research and writing skills
Client development potential
Experience with all facets of case management and trial preparation
Experience taking and defending party and expert witness depositions
Experience preparing pretrial motions
Experience collaborating with the litigation team in formulating case objectives and trial strategy

Responsibilities

Case management
Trial preparation
Taking and defending party and expert witness depositions
Preparing pretrial motions
Collaborating with the litigation team in formulating case objectives and trial strategy