Law Clerk-Litigation Department
Diaz Anselmo & Assoc. PA•Plantation, FL
•Onsite
About The Position
Diaz | Anselmo Attorneys at Law is seeking a motivated Law Clerk to assist the Firm’s Litigation Department in its Florida office. This position is an excellent opportunity for a law student interested in gaining substantive, hands-on experience in civil litigation. The Law Clerk will work directly with litigation attorneys on a variety of matters involving creditors’ rights, real estate and foreclosure litigation, consumer finance litigation, commercial disputes, bankruptcy-related litigation, and appellate matters.
Requirements
- Currently enrolled and in good standing at an ABA-accredited law school
- Strong interest in litigation and developing practical litigation skills
- General understanding of property law, and contracts
- Possess strong legal research, analytical, and writing abilities
- Demonstrate excellent attention to detail and organizational skills
- Able to manage multiple assignments and deadlines
- Professional demeanor and strong communication skills
- Comfortable working both independently and collaboratively with attorneys and legal staff
Nice To Haves
- Prior law firm or litigation experience is helpful but not required
- Willing to learn, takes initiative, and is interested in gaining meaningful exposure to the day-to-day practice of litigation
Responsibilities
- Conducting legal research and prepare memorandum of law
- Assisting with drafting motions, responses, memoranda of law, and other pleadings
- Reviewing complaints, answers, affirmative defenses, discovery, and other court filings
- Assisting with written discovery, including interrogatories, requests for production, and requests for admissions
- Reviewing and organizing documents, loan records, discovery materials, and evidence
- Researching Florida statutes, rules of procedure, and state and federal case law
- Assisting attorneys with preparation for hearings, depositions, mediations, and trials
- Reviewing court dockets and monitoring litigation developments
- Assisting with appellate research and briefing as opportunities arise
- Supporting the Litigation Department with other substantive legal projects
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
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