What are the responsibilities and job description for the Commercial Litigation Assoicate position at Armstrong Teasdale?
Armstrong Teasdale LLP is seeking an experienced associate with general, commercial, and appellate litigation experience to join its Miami Office. Litigation associates have an exciting opportunity to gain experience from and work closely with energetic, highly experienced legal practitioners in a friendly, cooperative environment. The ideal candidate will have 3 years of general commercial litigation experience. Candidates should have deep experience with all phases of litigation, including appeals. Candidates should be able to drive matters from inception to conclusion.
Essential Functions: Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Simultaneously handles the high-level and strategic aspects of multiple legal matters at different stages of progression, from inception to conclusion
- Possesses strong attention to detail and excellent interpersonal skills for communicating with attorneys and clients
- Demonstrates the ability to independently manage matters and shows a strong interest in continuing to advance their career as a litigator
- Produces very high-quality legal work and bills the required amounts of hours to ensure excellent client service
- Is able to manage client relationships and demonstrates the necessary skills to generate business through group and individual efforts
- Complies with the very highest ethical standards of the legal profession
Competencies:
- Decision Making – actively makes decisions on client matters with consultation of other attorneys
- Communication - strong, professional communication, both written and oral, to both internal and external clients
- Leadership – appropriately delegates tasks and provides necessary feedback to support the professional growth and development of those they supervise
- Continuous Learning - actively embraces learning new skills, areas of the law, mastering new technology and teaching others
- Teamwork – able to both lead client teams and to work as an effective member of a client team
- Alignment to Values - Influences the awareness and adoption of the Firm's values on a larger scale; influences the awareness and adoption of diversity and inclusion; demonstrates respect by providing solutions and support
Required Education: Juris Doctor
Required Licenses and/or Certifications: Licensed to practice law and in good standing in the state of Florida; must maintain applicable license renewal and CLE requirements
Preferred Experience: 3 years’ experience as a licensed attorney at a mid to large-sized law firm. Bilingual/Multilingual Speaker. Litigation experience should include both traditional and electronic discovery, preparation for and taking depositions, motion drafting, and trial experience. Outstanding writing, research, analytical and oral advocacy skills. Significant courtroom experience (state and/or federal) including appeals. Strong academic credentials. Demonstrated ability to lead matters and to delegate to and manage junior associates and client teams. Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to build positive relationships, as well as the ability to work well within a large collaborative team.
Supervisory Responsibilities: Direct - actively utilizes support staff and junior associates to ensure client satisfaction
Physical Activity: The employee will be required to sit (or utilize a standing desk) for prolonged periods and work on a computer
Travel Required: Generally less than 10%, however, this will be case specific and may, at times, involve more travel.
Other Duties: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job.
EEO Statement: Armstrong Teasdale is an equal opportunity employer and will make all employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, disability, veteran status, or other protected status, in accordance with federal, state, and local laws. At Armstrong Teasdale, we define diversity and inclusion broadly and focus on helping professionals of all races, religions, national origins, gender identities, ethnicities, sexual orientations, and physical abilities feel a sense of belonging. Diversity and inclusion are core values of the firm, and we recognize the richness they bring to our workplace.
