Chief Operating Officer - Confidential Search, Established Fort Lauderdale, FL Law FirmCompensation: $150,000+ Base (Negotiable) + Performance Bonus Tied to Firm Growth
Location: Fort Lauderdale, FL - This is a full-time, in-office position
A respected, multi-practice Fort Lauderdale, FL law firm - led by an attorney who has been AV-Rated for over a decade by fellow lawyers and judges, and repeatedly named a Top Lawyer by the South Florida Legal Guide - is seeking a strategic, high-trust Chief Operating Officer to help drive the firm's continued growth.
This is a confidential search on behalf of a firm known for deep bench strength across criminal law, civil litigation, corporate work, real estate, and family law, with leadership actively engaged in the broader legal and civic community.
About the Opportunity This is a high-trust leadership position for someone who can bring structure, sound judgment, and forward momentum to a growing practice. The role includes a direct reporting line to firm ownership, with high-level access to firm financials and strategic decision-making. The firm's owner places strong value on the credibility and polish a well-credentialed operator brings - both internally with attorneys and staff, and externally with clients and partners.
Compensation & Bonus Structure - Base salary $150,000+, negotiable based on experience
- Performance-based bonus tied directly to firm growth - the more you help scale the firm, the greater your earning potential
- This role rewards ownership-minded leadership, not just task execution
What You'll Do - Oversee daily operations across the firm's practice areas
- Partner directly with firm leadership on strategic planning and growth initiatives
- Manage budgeting, financial oversight, and operational reporting
- Lead HR functions, staffing strategy, and firm culture initiatives
- Improve workflows, technology adoption, and case management systems
- Serve as a trusted right hand to firm leadership, with significant autonomy and decision-making authority
What We're Looking For - Bachelor's degree required; MBA, JD, or advanced degree strongly preferred
- Prior title such as COO, Director of Operations, Practice Manager, or similar leadership role
- Must have experience in a professional services organization; law firm experience strongly preferred
- Strong financial acumen and budget management skills
- Excellent judgment, discretion, and communication skills - this role requires the highest level of trust and confidentiality
- Ability to build and lead high-performing teams
- Must be local to or willing to relocate to the Fort Lauderdale area - this role is fully in-office
Why This Role This is more than an operations job - it's a high-trust seat at the table with a firm that has a well-earned reputation for excellence. With bonus potential directly tied to growth, the right candidate has real upside as the firm scales.
This is a confidential search. Firm identity will be disclosed to qualified candidates upon initial conversation.
