Litigation Of Counsel - M&A at DLA Piper in Miami, Florida

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DLA Piper is, at its core, bold, exceptional, collaborative and supportive. Our people are the backbone, heart and soul of our firm. Wherever you are in your professional journey, DLA Piper is a place you can engage in meaningful work and grow your career. Let's see what we can achieve. Together.

DLA Piper is seeking an Of Counsel to join our Litigation group, Business and Commercial subgroup. This position is open to our Atlanta, Baltimore, Boston, DC, Miami, New York, Philadelphia, Raleigh, Short Hills, and Wilmington offices.

Admitted to practice in the jurisdiction in which you are applying.

Minimum of 8 years' experience in M&A post-closing indemnity disputes and/or representations and warranty insurance disputes. Experience with M&A transaction documentation and damages calculations.

Communicates with clients. Supervises associates. Disputes:
Collaborates with experts. Assists with fact development and depositions. Reviews and drafts discovery responses, briefs, motions, and memoranda. Develops case strategy.

Superior research, analytical, and writing skills are highly preferred. Strong communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to work both independently with minimal supervision and as part of a team, are a must. The ability to multi-task and prioritize is also required. Strong project management skills and attention to detail is critical to success.

While the specific job requirements of a DLA Piper position may vary depending upon scope of the job and area of specialty, there are certain universal requirements that are expected of all DLA Piper employees, which include but are not limited to:
Effectively communicate, verbally and in writing, with clients, lawyers, business professionals, and third parties;
Produce deliverables, answer phone calls, and reply to correspondence in an efficient and responsive manner;
Provide timely, accurate, and quality work product;
Successfully meet deadlines, expectations, and perform work duties as required;
Foster positive work relationships;
Comply with all firm policies and practices;
Engage in both physical and sedentary activity, such as (a) working at a computer for extended periods of time, including on-screen reading and typing; (b) participating in digital/virtual conference calls; (c) participating in meetings as needed;
Ability to work under pressure and manage competing demands in a fast-paced environment;
Perform all other duties, tasks or projects as assigned.

Hybrid - Regular in-office presence with some flexibility for work-from-home.

The firm's expected hiring range for this position is $400,000 - $525,000 per year depending on the candidate's geographic market location. The compensation offered for employment will also be dependent on other factors including the candidate's experience, skills, educational and professional background, and overall qualifications. We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, and 401(k). Applicants who are not based in the jurisdiction in which this position is posted and who apply for this role are doing so voluntarily and are not eligible for relocation assistance.

Any relocation benefits, if any, are provided only where a relocation is required at the firm's direction and in accordance with applicable policy and law.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.