Marshall Dennehey, P.C., a leading Am Law 200 civil defense law firm with over sixty years of continued service to our corporate, insurance, and individual clients, is seeking an experienced Associate Attorney with five (5) or more years of litigation experience to join our Fort Lauderdale team. 

This is an exceptional opportunity for the candidate to litigate and lead in a variety of premises and retail liability, product liability, rideshare liability, construction defect and injury, public entity and civil rights, commercial auto and commercial trucking cases for our Fortune 500 clients. This team works as a unit and the ideal candidate is one who thrives in a collaborative environment.

The candidate’s cases will range from moderate exposure matters to catastrophic losses, including fatalities, involving multiple claimants. This position is not for the timid as the complexity of these claims demands an ability to work proactively and creatively. Your strong analytical, writing, research and communication skills are valued at this firm. The firm welcomes candidates who thrive in our diverse, inclusive, collaborative, open-door environment where they appreciate direct access and continued support from our experienced shareholders and dynamic associates

As this position seeks a candidate with five (5) or more years of legal experience, the candidate can expect to work with litigation group that will continue to nourish their development. Feedback from experienced lawyers will be constant, constructive, and applicable. It is expected that the candidate will be able to independently manage their from inception to trial with support from shareholders and younger associates. However, the candidate need not be weary of the potentialities of trial as they can rely on a team of experienced attorneys who stand ready to support, strategize and execute. 

Marshall Dennehey, P.C. selectively seeks to hire attorneys who want to find their “forever home.” Your individual developmental goals are prioritized at this firm. Opportunities for a shareholder track, complex case management, client development, social and community interests and other aspirations are supported. We welcome candidates who desire to advance within the firm while assisting others to do the same. To that end, we prefer a steady and consistent work history. 

In return, the firm offers a competitive salary including multiple financial bonus opportunities throughout the year, a comprehensive employee benefits package, a new firm funded Lifestyle Account beginning January 2023 entitled “Marshall Associate Advantage,” and a sound future. 

As a regional office of Marshall Dennehey, P.C., the Fort Lauderdale office is backed by the resources of our large multi-state law firm. We stand ready to assist every client—be they individuals, small businesses, large corporations or insurance carriers—by providing high-quality, results-oriented legal representation that is both innovative and cost-effective.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer AA/M/F/D/V. Marshall Dennehey, P.C. supports and encourages workplace diversity. The firm’s investment in this arena has been observed by numerous publications and we were honored with a 2022 “Tipping the Scales” recognition by the Diversity & Flexibility Alliance as reported in the organizations New Partner Report. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, religion, age, national origin, sexual orientation, disability or any other status protected by law in any of our recruitment, hiring or placement processes. 

Qualified candidates should submit their cover letter and resume to HRRecruiter@mdwcg.com for consideration.

Marshall Dennehey, P.C. is not accepting unsolicited resumes from search firms for this position.