Job Title: Senior Associate – Legal (First-Party Property)
Location: Miami Office - Onsite
Reports To: Managing Partner
Position Type: Full-time, Exempt
About the Role:
We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Senior Associate Attorney to join our growing, firm. This role is ideal for a motivated litigator with 7–10 years of experience and a strong background in first-party property insurance litigation, preferably coming from the defense side.
As a Senior Associate, you will take a leadership role in managing cases, supervising junior attorneys, and representing policyholders in disputes against insurance companies. This is a fast-paced, hands-on position offering courtroom experience, management responsibility, and a supportive team culture.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead and manage first-party property insurance cases from intake to resolution.
- Represent policyholders in hearings, depositions, mediations, and trials (as first or second chair).
- Supervise, train, and mentor junior attorneys and support staff.
- Delegate tasks effectively and ensure case progression.
- Conduct legal research, draft pleadings, motions, and discovery responses.
- Maintain a high level of client communication and advocacy.
- Collaborate closely with partners on complex litigation strategies.
- Uphold firm values of professionalism, humility, and client-centered service.
RequirementsQualifications:
- Juris Doctor (JD) degree and active license to practice law in Florida.
- 5–10 years of litigation experience, preferably in:
- First-party property insurance
- Insurance defense
- Personal injury litigation
- Commercial litigation (contract law knowledge a plus)
- Trial experience.
- Strong organizational, decision-making, and leadership skills.
- Ability to pivot between tasks and handle a high-volume, fast-moving caseload.
- Comfortable supervising and delegating work.
- No book of business required (but welcomed if available).
Soft Skills:
- Adaptable, scrappy, and solutions-driven.
- Strong sense of humor and ability to stay grounded under pressure.
- Family-oriented values and respect for others.
- Team player who doesn’t take themselves too seriously but knows when to focus and deliver.
- Committed to high-quality work with a strong work ethic.
Why Join Us?
- Collaborative, non-corporate environment where you’re treated like a valued team member, not a number.
- Opportunity for meaningful trial work and career growth.
- Supportive leadership that values grit, problem-solving, and authenticity.
- Strong marketing and client base—no pressure to bring your own book of business.