Trial Attorney

Position: Trial Attorney

Location: Miami

Position Overview:â

If you possess a strong work ethic and want to work as a trial attorney for our Miami Offices this may be theâopportunity for you!âââ

Job Requirements:

• This position requires a Florida bar license in good standing
• A minimum of JD from an ABA approved law schoolâ
• A minimum of 8 years of civil defense litigation experience preferably in general liability construction defect and/or insurance defense litigation.
• Trial experience is required. 1st chair or 2nd chair experience.
• Previous experience should include managing up to 30 cases at once taking and defending depositions appearance in court motion and discovery drafting; mediation and trial experience a huge plus; experience mentoring junior Associates a huge plus
• Computer skills: Has basic knowledge of computer operation internet software spreadsheet software and word processing software; the use of Microsoft products is preferred. Has the ability to type and operate office equipment.â
• Be self-motivated and a self-starter work well independently and possess strong client communication skills
• Oral Communication: Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; listens and gets clarification; responds well to questions; participates in meetings when required
• Written Communication:âWrites clearly and informatively; edits work for spelling and grammar; varies writing style toâmeet needs; presents numerical data effectively; able to read and interpret written information
• Temperament: Ability to work with little supervision; prioritizes and anticipates work needs; works well under occasional periods of pressure and short deadlines.
• Ethics: Keeps client and firm information confidential at all times; understands and implementsâgeneral rules of ethical behavior applicable to lawyers

JobâResponsibilities:

• Draft/review and respond to petitions/complaints motions and written discoveryâ
• Attend hearings and meetings with clients when requested
• Prepare for and attend depositions
• Assist with preparation for and/or participate in mediation and trial
• Must be willing and able to bill
• Any other duties as assigned

What We Offer:

• One-on-one mentorship and training by Partnersâ
• Salary range depending on depth and years of experienceâ
• Quarterly bonuses based on your billable hours
• Annual performance reviews with potential for sizeable increase in salary
• Hybrid work environment
• Flexible work hoursâ
• Medical Insurance Currently provided by United Healthcare with multiple insurance plans to choose from based on your needs partially paid for by Firm for the employee; All outpatient mental health services are free of charge with no copays
• Optional Dental & Vision Insurance
• Optional Voluntary Life and Disability Insurance
• Optional Voluntary Accident Insuranceâ
• Optional Critical Illness Insuranceâ
• Optional Cancer Insuranceâ
• Optional Hospitalization Insurance
• Optional Health Savings Account
• Optional Flexible Spending Account
• 401k after one calendar year of employmentâ
• Paid time off (PTO) to support your overall well-being
• Collegial work environment
• Perks including Bagel Fridays Free Snacks Cuban Coffee (*only in Miami office)
• Social events such as Annual Beach Buzz Attorney Socials Corporate Run & Holiday Events

About Lydecker:

Founded in 2003 Lydecker is a growing AV-rated full-service national law firm with almost 140 attorneys in twenty-three offices across the nation.

Vision:

Our vision at Lydecker is to be a trusted partner that redefines excellence in legal services. We envision a future where our innovative approach to client service sets new standards in the legal industry. With a relentless commitment to integrity collaboration and excellence we aspire to be the first choice for clients seeking unparalleled solutions and results. Together we will shape the future of legal practice empowering individuals and clients to thrive in an ever-evolving world.

Mission Statement:

At Lydecker our mission is simple: to exceed client expectations with efficient strategic and collaborative service. We are dedicated to long-term success for our clients attorneys and staff fostering a culture of excellence and teamwork.

Company Values:

Excellence: At Lydecker we are committed to excellence in all that we do. We strive for the highest standards of quality professionalism and innovation in delivering legal services. Our dedication to excellence drives us to continually improve adapt and exceed expectations.

Integrity: Integrity is the cornerstone of our relationships both internally and with our clients. We conduct ourselves with honesty transparency and ethical behavior always. Trust is paramount and we uphold the highest standards of integrity in every interaction decision and action we take.

Collaboration: We believe in the power of collaboration to achieve greater success. At Lydecker we foster a culture of teamwork respect and support among our attorneys and staff. By working together seamlessly leveraging diverse perspectives and sharing knowledge we maximize our collective talents to deliver exceptional results for our clients.

Care: We take care of our people because we genuinely care about each one of them and we believe that by fostering a culture of care we can create a more resilient supportive and successful organization for all. We show that we care about our employees through employee well-being professional growth and development work-life balance diversity and inclusion and community engagement.

Why Join Lydeckerâ We are a growing national litigation firm built on the traditional values of hard work and taking care of our clients.

Diverse and Inclusive Ownership & Administrative Leadership. We take pride in having a significant portion of our attorneys and administrative leadership being a part of diverse groups. Many of our Firms Shareholders and Administrative Leadership Team self-identify as historically underrepresented groups such as people of color women persons with disabilities and/or LGBTQIA.

Career Advancement Prospects. We are sprinting toward growth and invite you to sprint alongside us! Experience swift career progression hands-on litigation learning and abundant opportunities for professional development with mentoring from more senior attorneys in small collaborative practice groups.

Flexible Work-Life Integration. We value your need to have a flexible schedule and work from home and hybrid work opportunities. Enjoy work life balance at our firm.

Extensive Perks. Competitive salaries quarterly bonus opportunities based on billable hours paid time off top-notch medical insurance with no copay for outpatient mental health access paid parking or commuter benefits and a robust 401k plan.

To learn more about Lydecker LLP please visit our website atââor visit LinkedIn #LydeckerCareers #LydeckerLife #LydeckerAuthenticDiversity

Lydecker LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate based on race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity or expression national origin age disability.

Lydecker is not currently accepting resumes or inquiries from outside recruiters or agencies.
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