Commercial Litigation Associate | St. Petersburg, Florida | $80,000-$95,000/year
If you're building your litigation career and want exposure to complex commercial matters alongside experienced attorneys, this is an opportunity to grow your practice at an established Am Law 200 firm.
What's in it for you:
• Advance your legal career at an Am Law 200 firm
• Work alongside nationally recognized attorneys on high-stakes matters
• Gain mentorship and opportunities for professional growth
• Medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) with match
• Firm-paid parental leave and wellness incentives
• Mental health resources
• Opportunities for cross-office collaboration
• More than 100 years of stability and client trust
What you'll do:
• Manage and support a diverse commercial litigation caseload
• Research complex legal issues and draft pleadings, motions, discovery requests, and legal memoranda
• Participate in depositions, hearings, mediations, and trial preparation
• Work with senior attorneys on case strategy and litigation management
• Communicate with clients, opposing counsel, and courts
• Analyze complex legal and factual issues and develop litigation strategies
• Manage your caseload while meeting litigation deadlines and billable requirements
What you bring:
• Juris Doctor degree from an ABA-accredited law school
• Active membership in good standing with the Florida Bar
• 1-6 years of litigation experience
• Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills
• Ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects and deadlines
• Knowledge of local, state, and federal rules of procedure
• Comfortable handling depositions and court appearances appropriate to your experience
• Ability to collaborate effectively with attorneys and staff while maintaining confidentiality
• 2026 law school graduates who have taken the 2026 Florida Bar exam will also be considered
This is an in-person position in St. Petersburg, Florida, with occasional flexibility to work remotely 1-2 days per week.
If you're looking for a role where you can sharpen your commercial litigation skills while working alongside experienced attorneys, this is worth a conversation.
