Description

Foreman Friedman is seeking an experienced litigation associate for its downtown Miami office. The attorney will take meaningful responsibility for federal and state cases involving maritime and admiralty claims, personal injury defense, negligent security, medical negligence, and other complex civil matters.

Our clients include major cruise and shipping lines, international insurers, P&I clubs, and companies in the travel and hospitality industries. Associates work directly with experienced partners and clients and play a substantive role in developing and executing litigation strategy.

Responsibilities include:

Managing litigation matters from initial evaluation through resolution
Developing case strategy with the responsible partner
Drafting and arguing substantive motions
Managing written discovery, document production, expert discovery, and related disputes
Taking and defending depositions
Preparing witnesses, experts, and corporate representatives
Attending hearings, mediations, inspections, and court conferences
Evaluating exposure and preparing clear, practical client reports
Communicating directly with clients regarding strategy, developments, budgets, and recommended next steps
Participating meaningfully in trial preparation and, depending on experience, trial proceedings

This is a full-time, on-site position in downtown Miami.

Salary: $110,000–$150,000, commensurate with experience.

Benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance; a 401(k) plan with employer matching; employer-provided life insurance and long-term disability coverage; paid time off; and parental leave.

Please submit a résumé and a short cover letter or introductory note explaining your relevant litigation experience and interest in the position. A writing sample and references may be requested later in the interview process.

Requirements

Active membership in good standing with The Florida Bar
At least three years of civil litigation experience
Experience managing a litigation docket with meaningful individual responsibility
Strong legal research, analytical, and persuasive writing skills
Sound judgment, attention to detail, and the ability to manage competing deadlines
Professional and responsive communication with clients, opposing counsel, and the court
Ability to work full-time from the firm’s downtown Miami office

Federal civil litigation experience is strongly preferred. Experience in maritime or admiralty law, personal injury or insurance defense, hospitality, transportation, premises liability, negligent security, or medical negligence is valuable but not required.

Experience taking depositions, arguing substantive motions, and working directly with insurers, claims professionals, or corporate clients is also preferred.

Admission to the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Florida is preferred. A qualified Florida attorney who is not yet admitted must be eligible and willing to obtain admission promptly after joining the firm.

Attorneys with plaintiff-side experience will be considered if they have strong federal litigation, deposition, motion-practice, writing, and case-management experience.