Law Clerk
Law Clerk
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Job Description
Litchfield Cavo LLP is a vibrant and growing nationwide litigation defense law firm that strives to provide its associates with the encouragement and opportunities to develop and advance. While growing from 16 attorneys in 2 offices to 250 attorneys in 23 offices across the country Litchfield Cavo has maintained its commitment to excellence in both the attorneys it attracts and the services it delivers. We provide all of our employees the tools they need to feel confident when contributing ideas asking questions and building relationships both inside and outside the firm.
Litchfield Cavo is seeking a Law Clerkin our Tampa FLoffice for our summer program.Only students who have completed at least one year of law school are invited to apply.
Litchfield Cavo offers a competitive compensation plan and an excellent benefits package in a collegial and supportive work environment that provides substantial opportunities for professional development.
SKILLS and ABILITIES
The individual(s) must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with the following:
ability to work independently and as part of a team;
demonstrate strong legal research and analytical skills;
excellent written and verbal communication skills;
strong attention to detail with superb organization and prioritization skills;
ability to be proactive and flexible while working on multiple cases; and
knowledge of both state and federal court procedures.
RESPONSIBILITIES
As an associate with Litchfield Cavo depending on your skill set and case complexity you will assist or take the lead in responsibility for multiple cases from inception to trial. The following are representative of the knowledge skill and/or ability required to perform your job successfully:
- assist in case assessment and strategy
- draft prepare and assume responsibility for pleadings motions court hearings and ;
- comprehensive document review and assessment;
- draft and respond to written discovery and dispositive motions;
- conduct legal research competently and with proficiency;
- prepare and take depositions of parties witnesses and experts;
- assist with and participate in mediations and settlement conferences; and
- interact directly with clients claim professionals opposing counsel colleagues and staff.
Our Firm provides an experienced support staff current technology ongoing training and fulltime IT and marketing departments.
We are an equal opportunity employer and provide equal opportunity to qualified individuals regardless of race color religion national origin age gender gender identity or expression marital status sexual orientation ancestry physical or mental disability veteran status or any other legally protected class in accordance with all applicable laws.
Employment Type
Temp
