Greenberg Traurig

Fort Lauderdale Litigation Associate (2-4 Years) - Complex Commercial Litigation

Greenberg Traurig • $90K — $120K *
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33311In-Person
Legal & Accounting
Less than 5 years of experience
Reposted 1 week ago
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 3-5 years of litigation experience at a law firm or clerkship + firm combination
  • Experience in complex commercial, corporate, and securities matters, including class action defense
  • Strong research, writing, and oral advocacy skills
  • Experience practicing in federal and state court
  • Ability to manage multiple cases and take ownership of projects
  • Excellent academic credentials
  • Admission to the Florida Bar (or eligibility for prompt admission)

Responsibilities

  • Manage and support all phases of complex commercial litigation in state and federal courts
  • Draft and argue substantive motions, including dispositive motions
  • Conduct and defend depositions, including expert witnesses
  • Lead and manage written discovery and e-discovery processes
  • Prepare for and participate in hearings, mediations, and trials
  • Work closely with clients to develop case strategy and provide practical advice

Benefits

  • Access to high-caliber work with an international Am Law 100 firm
  • Collaborative, entrepreneurial culture that values initiative and client service
  • Career growth opportunities in a fast-growing market
  • Enjoy the Fort Lauderdale lifestyle with beaches and year-round sunshine
  • Opportunities for cross-office collaboration across GT's 50+ locations worldwide
Full Job Description
Greenberg Traurig (GT), a global law firm, has an exciting full-time employment opportunity for a 2 to 4 year Associate in the Litigation Practice group of our Fort Lauderdale office. We offer competitive compensation and an excellent benefits package. GT is consistently among the top firms on the Am Law Global 100; the Litigation Associate will have the opportunity to work with clients, large and small, from variety of industries across the country. This is an excellent opportunity to work on sophisticated, high-stakes disputes in a collaborative, fast-paced environment alongside nationally recognized litigators - while enjoying the unique quality of life that South Florida offers. This is a full-time position based in our Fort Lauderdale office.

What Your Day May Look Like
  • Manage and support all phases of complex commercial litigation in state and federal courts
  • Draft and argue substantive motions, including dispositive motions
  • Conduct and defend depositions, including expert witnesses
  • Lead and manage written discovery and e-discovery processes
  • Prepare for and participate in hearings, mediations, arbitrations, and trials
  • Work closely with clients to develop case strategy and provide practical business-oriented advice


Qualifications
  • 2-4 years of litigation experience at a law firm or clerkship + firm combination
  • Experience in complex commercial, corporate, financial institution, real estate, land use, construction, and securities matters, including class action defense, is a plus
  • Strong research, writing, and oral advocacy skills
  • Experience practicing in federal and state court
  • Ability to manage multiple matters simultaneously and take ownership of cases
  • Excellent academic credentials
  • Admission to the Florida Bar (or eligibility for prompt admission)
  • Strong attention to detail and commitment to high-quality work
  • Ability to work both independently and as part of a collaborative team
  • Client-service mindset with strong interpersonal skills
  • Sound judgment and strategic thinking


Preferred Qualifications
  • Federal judicial clerkship experience


Why Greenberg Traurig - Fort Lauderdale?
  • Access to high-caliber work with the resources of an international Am Law 100 firm.
  • Collaborative, entrepreneurial culture that values initiative and client service.
  • Join a fast-growing market - South Florida is one of the nations' fastest-growing markets and Fort Lauderdale sits at the center.
  • Fort Lauderdale lifestyle-enjoy the area's beaches, vibrant cultural scene, and year-round sunshine while working on sophisticated matters.
  • Opportunities for career growth and cross-office collaboration across GT's 50+ locations worldwide.


For all agencies interested in submitting candidates, please email [redacted]. Please note that an agreement must be in place before we can review any candidates.

About Greenberg Traurig

Greenberg Traurig is a global law firm with approximately 2200 attorneys and governmental affairs professionals in 40 locations in the United States, Latin America, Europe, Asia, and the Middle East. The firm was founded in Miami, Florida in 1967 by Larry J. Hoffman, Mel Greenberg and Robert H. Traurig. The firm has a broad range of practice areas, including corporate and securities, real estate, litigation, and tax. Greenberg Traurig is known for its work in the entertainment industry, and has represented clients such as Lady Gaga, Justin Timberlake, and Madonna. The firm has also been involved in high-profile cases, such as the defense of former Enron CEO Jeffrey Skilling.
Learn more about Greenberg Traurig
Size
2,200 employees
Industry
Legal & Accounting
* Ladders Estimates

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