Senior Associate - General Liability

Senior Associate - General Liability at Lydecker LLP

Lydecker is seeking an attorney with 8+ years of experience. The position is remote and will be working with our New York office. The applicant should be admitted to practice in FL. Under the supervision of a partner, the associate will handle a variety of cases, including the defense of general liability, bodily injury, and professional liability. If you possess a strong work ethic and want to work in our defense litigation practice group, this may be the opportunity for you.

This is a remote position. Candidate must be located in FL.

• This position requires a FL bar license in good standing.
• A minimum of JD from an ABA approved law school.
• A minimum of 8 years of civil defense litigation experience, preferably in general liability, bodily injury, property and causality or any insurance defense litigation.
• Previous experience should include working on up to 25+ cases at once, attending and defending depositions, taking depositions, appearance in court, motion and discovery drafting; mediation and trial experience a plus but not required.
• Computer skills: basic knowledge of computer operation, internet software, spreadsheet software and word processing software; the use of Microsoft products is preferred. Ability to type and operate office equipment.
• Be self‑motivated and a self‑starter, work well independently, and possess strong client communication skills.
• Oral communication: speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; listens and gets clarification; responds well to questions; participates in meetings when required.
• Written communication: writes clearly and informatively; edits work for spelling and grammar; varies writing style to meet needs; presents numerical data effectively; able to read and interpret written information.
• Temperament: ability to work with little supervision; prioritizes and anticipates work needs; works well under occasional periods of pressure and short deadlines.
• Ethics: keeps client and firm information confidential at all times; understands and implements general rules of ethical behavior applicable to lawyers.

• Bill a minimum draft/review and respond to petitions/complaints, motions, and written discovery.
• Attend hearings and meetings with clients when requested.
• Prepare for and attend depositions.
• Assist with preparation for mediations and trials.

• One‑on‑one mentorship and training by Partners.
• Salary range depending on depth and years of experience.
• Quarterly bonuses based on billable hours.
• Annual performance reviews with potential for sizeable increase in salary.
• Hybrid work environment.
• Flexible work hours.
• Medical Insurance – Currently provided by United Healthcare with multiple insurance plans to choose from based on your needs – partially paid for by Firm for the employee;
  All outpatient mental health services are free of charge with no copays.
• Optional Dental & 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.
• 401k after one calendar year of employment.
• Paid time off (PTO).
• Collegial work environment.

Lydecker is an AV‑rated full‑service law firm with over 150 attorneys nationwide. We earned a strong and positive reputation for its tenacious defense and protection of the best interests of its clients, and for obtaining optimal results. Our long‑standing relationships with our clients are grounded in mutual trust and an understanding of each client’s needs and goals.

Our vision at Lydecker is to be a trusted partner that redefines excellence in legal services. We envision a future where our innovative approach to client service sets new standards in the legal industry. With a relentless commitment to integrity, collaboration, and excellence, we aspire to be the first choice for clients seeking unparalleled solutions and results. Together, we will shape the future of legal practice, empowering…