Defense Litigation Associate

Associate – Trial & Defense

Miami, Florida | Hybrid
3+ Years Experience
$155,000–$210,000

A respected international law firm is seeking a Trial & Defense Associate to join its Miami office. This opportunity is ideal for a litigation associate looking to gain hands-on experience handling sophisticated civil defense matters within a collaborative and fast-paced litigation team.

Associates in this practice work on a broad range of litigation matters, including high-exposure and complex defense cases across multiple industries.

The Role

Associates in this position may work on matters involving:

• General liability defense
• Premises liability claims
• Negligent security litigation
• Wrongful death matters
• Construction litigation
• Automotive accident defense
• Property damage claims
• Product liability defense

Responsibilities may include:

• Conducting legal research and case analysis
• Drafting pleadings, motions, and briefs
• Participating in depositions, hearings, mediations, and trials
• Interviewing clients and witnesses
• Reporting case status and strategy updates to clients
• Managing day-to-day litigation responsibilities with meaningful client interaction

Ideal Background

• 3+ years of litigation experience
• Strong legal research and writing skills
• Experience handling civil litigation matters in state and/or federal court
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines and prioritize competing responsibilities
• Strong interpersonal and client communication skills
• Florida Bar admission required
• Strong academic credentials preferred

Why This Opportunity

• Broad exposure to sophisticated civil defense litigation
• Significant hands-on litigation experience
• Opportunity to work closely with experienced trial attorneys
• Collaborative and energetic team environment
• Hybrid flexibility within a growing Miami office

Compensation: $155,000–$210,000 DOE

Interested candidates should submit a resume and writing sample for confidential consideration.

Even if you’re not actively looking, we’re always happy to serve as a confidential market resource and discuss opportunities that may align with your long-term goals.

Confidential inquiries welcome.

Devney Ayers
Director of Legal Recruiting, Aligned Talent Acquisition
devney@alignedtalentacquisition.com
(216) 710-5174