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    Personal Injury Litigation Defense Associate Attorney - Orlando, FL, United States - Zimmerman, Kiser & Sutcliffe, P.A.

    Zimmerman, Kiser & Sutcliffe, P.A.
    Zimmerman, Kiser & Sutcliffe, P.A. Orlando, FL, United States

    2 weeks ago

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    Description

    Position Title: Personal Injury Litigation Defense Associate Attorney

    Company: Zimmerman, Kiser & Sutcliffe, P.A.

    Workplace Type: hybrid

    Contact Email:

    Industry:Legal

    Start Date:

    Expire Date:

    City:Orlando

    State:Florida

    Zip:32801

    Country:United States

    Description:

    Job Title: Personal Injury Litigation Defense Associate Attorney

    FLSA Classification: Exempt; Salaried

    Schedule: Full-time; Hybrid

    Reports to: Managing Shareholder

    Date: May, 2024

    Salary: $110,000 - $135,000 base salary, commensurate with experience and billing goals. Bonus programs provide the opportunity for substantial additional compensation.


    Firm Description:


    Zimmerman Kiser Sutcliffe, ZKS LAW, is one of the oldest and largest locally headquartered law firms in Central Florida. Established in 1984 and AV- rated through Martindale-Hubbell, ZKS LAW is consistently named one of Central Florida's top 100 best workplaces by the Orlando Sentinel. ZKS LAW has earned a respected reputation within the business and legal community as a boutique business firm that provides the kind of results one expects from big law. ZKS LAW offers a supportive, human-validating atmosphere and benefits package including fully-provided health-, life-, and long-term disability insurance and 401k.


    Summary:

    ZKS LAW has an immediate opening for a strong Personal Injury Litigation Defense Attorney or Of-Counsel with 2-7 years of defense litigation experience in the below areas. Trial experience a plus but not required. This is an excellent opportunity for the right candidate to develop and build their practice for long-term success.


    * Personal injury defense


    * Premises liability


    * Insurance defense


    * Litigation


    Supervisory Responsibilities:
    Assigns work to department legal assistant.


    Qualifications:
    To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the Duties and Responsibilities above satisfactorily and meet the requirements below. The requirements listed below are representative of the minimum knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. If you need such an accommodation, please contact Human Resources.


    Responsibilities, Skills, and Abilities:


    * Conduct legal research and analysis on personal injury defense cases.


    * Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, and other legal documents.


    * Assist in the preparation of discovery requests and responses.


    * Conduct depositions, witness interviews, and other fact-finding activities.


    * Develop and implement case strategies in collaboration with senior attorneys.


    * Attend court hearings, mediations, arbitrations, and trials as necessary.


    * Communicate effectively with clients, opposing counsel, and other parties involved in litigation.


    * Manage case files, deadlines, and documentation in an organized and efficient manner.


    * Provide legal advice and counsel to clients on various matters related to personal injury defense litigation.


    * Stay informed about changes in laws, regulations, and legal precedent relevant to personal injury defense.

    Required Skills:


    * Strong analytical and writing skills;


    * Clear and effective communication skills;


    * Able to work independently and in a collective team environment;


    * Strong work ethic and an ability to meet deadlines;


    * Experience using Westlaw for legal research; ATO experience preferred;


    * Highly motivated and dedicated to excellent client service.


    Education and Experience:


    * Licensed in the state of Florida;


    * 2-7 years of applicable defense experience, including litigation;


    Physical Requirements:

    • Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
    • Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.


    Work Environment:


    * The first 90 days of onboarding/training are required to occur on-site.


    * Subject to change per the Managing Shareholder: the team is currently working a hybrid schedule with two days weekly in office.


    * More in-office time is required during trial preparation.


    * Successful candidates will feel confident about their ability to work effectively and collaboratively, no matter the setting.


    Other Duties:
    Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.



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