Litigation Attorney

Johnson Pope Bokor Ruppel & Burns, LLP is seeking a highly motivated Litigation Attorney with 2-3 years of experience to join our dynamic litigation team. The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in civil litigation and be interested in contributing to a wide range of litigation matters, including but not limited to construction disputes. 

While construction litigation will be part of the associate’s caseload, this is not a construction-only position. The associate will handle a variety of litigation matters across practice areas, working closely with partners and senior attorneys.

Why Join Us?

At Johnson Pope, we want you to feel like a part of the culture from day one. Whether you’re joining as a law clerk, attorney, or member of our administrative team, the message is clear – welcome to a firm that takes pride in our work at every level. Our home is Tampa Bay, and our three offices in Tampa, St. Petersburg, and Clearwater all collaborate to support the progressive and entrepreneurial culture we strive for. We share a common goal: to value our clients’ needs, support the community in which we live, work, and play, and provide all employees with a meaningful work/life balance.

This role offers substantial growth opportunities, exposure to varied complex litigation matters, and the chance to work directly with an experienced senior partner who is committed to mentoring and developing talent.

Key Responsibilities:

• Handle all aspects of litigation, including legal research, drafting pleadings, motions, discovery, and trial participation.
• Attend court hearings, mediations, depositions, and trials.
• Assist in the management and strategy of complex litigation matters.
• Communicate clearly and professionally with clients, providing guidance and managing expectations throughout the legal process.
• Work closely and communicate directly with the senior partner on significant cases, while independently handling routine to moderately complex matters.
• Conduct thorough legal research and prepare high-quality written legal documents.

Qualifications:

• 2–3 years of litigation experience, ideally with exposure to construction or commercial litigation.
• Trial preparation or trial experience a plus.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, especially client-facing communication.
• Ability to conduct detailed legal research and produce clear, well-written legal documents.
• A minimum of two (2) years of experience is required.

Office Location: Tampa, FL

Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employees may perform other related duties as required to meet the ongoing needs of the Firm.

Equal Opportunity Employment:

Johnson Pope Bokor Ruppel & Burns, LLP is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment and do not discriminate on the basis of an applicant’s or employee’s race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, citizenship, ancestry, pregnancy, familial status, actual or perceived status as a victim of domestic violence, dating violence, or stalking, or any other legally protected status entitled to protection under federal, state, or local anti-discrimination laws, including applicable laws in Florida. We also provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).