Commercial Litigation Attorney

At Jimerson Birr, our team has accepted the lasting responsibility of protecting our clients’ rights, businesses, properties, investments, and finances. Our professionals are integral, trusted advisers and advocates in both established and emerging businesses, giving our clients insights into legal and business considerations that guide prudent decision-making. We work with some of the world’s most respected and well-established businesses, as well as start-up visionaries, and individuals looking to overcome challenges.

Our award-winning law firm is at its best when it helps clients set measurable goals and develops multi-level strategies to achieve them. Our lawyers are trained to take ownership of our client’s challenges by getting close to the problem and close to the people who can benefit from the solutions we provide. We’re business-oriented lawyers equally comfortable as community leaders, private transaction counselors, or courtroom advocates. We pride ourselves on our people and their collective achievements. Besides our long list of legal industry honors, the firm has a track record spanning over a decade winning local, state, and national awards for being a “Best Company to Work For,” “Fastest Growing Company,” and “Best Law Firms in America.”

Our atmosphere and award-winning firm culture are collegial and professional, and our shared commitment to professional development is superior to our contemporaries. To learn more about our firm culture, please visit our website.

ABOUT THE ROLE

The Commercial Litigation Attorney is responsible for leading a team and supporting our firm’s rapid growth. As a key member of our team, this role will be responsible for leading the charge on a diverse caseload of commercial litigation matters. The ideal candidate for this role has a proven track record of success and the ability to grow and develop teams of fantastic attorneys while operating in a fast-paced environment.

We set the bar high and know our employees will deliver excellent client service and legal advice, have a keen intellect, be flexible and accountable, strive for excellence, commit to professional development, and demonstrate leadership. We trust our employees to work independently with limited supervision, handle cases autonomously, and produce exemplary work product.

Organized leaders and effective communicators seem to thrive at Jimerson Birr. The ideal candidate will have 4 – 20 years of experience as an Attorney. Our history shows that when the expectations of our clients, the firm, and our attorneys align, we will all find success.

We have designed a system whereby attorneys can control their compensation destiny, and each year top performers in our system earn far more than their industry peers. The firm offers a generous benefits package for employees as well as a 401(k). Additional perk benefits on par with any employer in Jacksonville.

If you are looking for an opportunity to work as part of a team on sophisticated legal matters for top clients, then Jimerson Birr. maybe the right place for you.

Key Responsibilities

· Manage a diverse caseload of commercial litigation matters from inception to resolution

· Lead and mentor a team of dedicated legal professionals

· Stay abreast of the latest legal developments, regulations, and industry trends

· Cultivate and maintain strong client relationships while continuously delivering exceptional legal services

Success in this position goes beyond mere accomplishments; it culminates in personal and professional fulfillment. High performers in this role reach a state where creativity flows effortlessly, challenges are embraced as opportunities, and solutions are delivered with impact. Victory in this position is defined by continuous growth, both professionally and personally, where each milestone achieved sets the stage for even greater achievements. Significant career ascension and monetary rewards await those who flourish in this role.

Knowledge & Skills

· Significant experience practicing Commercial Litigation matters

· Command of statutes and strategy

· Leadership capabilities

· Ability to recognize and seize opportunities for business development

ABOUT THE FIRM

At Jimerson Birr, our team has accepted the lasting responsibility of protecting our clients’ rights, businesses, properties, investments and finances. In both established and emerging businesses, our professionals are integral, trusted advisers and advocates, giving our clients insights into legal and business considerations that guide prudent decision making. We work with some of the world’s most respected and well-established businesses, as well as start-up visionaries, and individuals looking to overcome challenges.

Our award-winning law firm is at its best when it helps clients set measurable goals and develops multi-level strategies to achieve them. Our lawyers are trained to take ownership of our clients’ challenges by getting close to the problem and close to the people who can benefit from the solutions we provide. We’re business-oriented lawyers equally comfortable as community leaders, private transaction counselors or courtroom advocates. We pride ourselves on our people and their collective achievements. Besides our long list of legal industry honors, the firm has a track record spanning over a decade winning local, state and national awards for being a “Best Company to Work For,” “Fastest Growing Company,” and “Best law firms in America.” For all current career openings, firm history, frequently asked questions, and professional development tracks please check out our careers page by clicking this link Careers: View Current Opportunities.

We’ve found that the key to doing great work is to love what you do and respect who you do it with. To continue reading about our firm, visit our website Jimerson Birr.

Our atmosphere and award-winning firm culture is collegial and professional, and our shared commitment to professional development is superior to our contemporaries. Learn more about our firm culture here: JB Firm Culture: JB FOR ME.

WHY APPLY?

You’ll get a Challenging Opportunity with a Company that Cares About Its Most Valuable Asset: YOU! At Jimerson Birr, we pride ourselves on our people and their collective achievements. Besides our list of legal industry honors, in 2021 and for the seventh consecutive year, the firm was named one of Florida’s “Best Companies to Work For” by Florida Trend Magazine. In recent years, the firm was also distinguished as one of the “Best Places to Work” by the Jacksonville Business Journal and five times as one of the “50 Fastest Growing Companies.” Opportunities abound for those who can meet and exceed the expectations set for our team. Jimerson Birr is comprised of high-performing and professionally fulfilled people. We believe that a positive attitude, personal accountability, and a commitment to quality work will put a talented person on a fast track for success. Our atmosphere and award-winning firm culture are collegial and professional, and our shared commitment to professional development is superior to our contemporaries.

Our core values are simple: Commitment to service; Commitment to quality; Commitment to results. We live our core values, and we welcome you to live them with us.

Jimerson Birr is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment and all employees are treated during employment without regard to race, color, sexual orientation, religion, sex, age, national origin, genetic information, disability, veteran status, gender identity, and marital status.