Litigation Attorney

The Wilkes Firm is seeking an Attorney to become a part of our team! You will represent clients in legal proceedings, draw up legal documents and advise clients on legal transactions.

If you have a minimum of 5 years of personal injury and civil litigation experience, this role is for you! Preferred candidates will have prior employment as a prosecutor or experience in medical malpractice, nursing home/elder abuse or other catastrophic personal injury litigation. Candidates will be licensed, and in good standing, in the state of Florida.

Essential Knowledge, Skills and Qualifications:

• Licensed in state of Florida
• Comply with all legal standards and regulations
• Attend hearings, mediations, and arbitration proceedings
• Be able to work independently but also collaboratively with other attorney
• Perform appellate research
• Drafting substantive pleadings
• Possess excellent research skills, specifically utilizing Westlaw
• Possess excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Perform administrative and management functions related to the practice of law
• Knowledgeable with various legal documents
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills
• Ability to build rapport with clients and colleagues

We are Equal Opportunity Employer