Associate Attorney

Overview

Port Saint Lucie, Florida, United States

Morgan & Morgan is a leading personal injury law firm dedicated to protecting the people, not the powerful. This success starts with our staff. For full-time employees, we offer an excellent benefits package including medical and dental insurance, 401(k) plan, paid time off and paid holidays.

We are seeking an experienced, detail-oriented Associate Attorney to join our team in South Florida in our Port Saint Lucie location, possibly West Palm Beach as well. As an associate you will work closely with our talented attorneys providing support before, during and after trials. This is an entry level position with training involved.

• Provide legal support to clients and trial support attorneys
• Maintain client relationships
• Prepare legal reports and documents
• Interact with expert witnesses, including conferences, drafting expert reports and affidavits
• Attend and prepare for depositions, mediations, hearings, and court appearances
• Work closely with Litigation Paralegals and Case Managers

• Law degree from a fully accredited law school
• Active member in good standing with the Florida State Bar Association
• 1+ years of Litigation experience (preferred)
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong interest in Personal Injury Law
• Superior writing and oral advocacy skills

Morgan & Morgan provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

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