Civil Litigation Attorney - Remote in South Florida

Overview

An established South Florida law firm is seeking an experienced Civil Litigation Attorney to support ongoing litigation matters on a contract basis. This position is primarily remote but requires occasional in-person work within South Florida.

Responsibilities

• Draft and revise pleadings, motions, discovery requests, and responses
• Conduct depositions, prepare witnesses, and perform factual investigations
• Prepare for hearings, mediations, and trials
• Develop strategic litigation plans aligned with client objectives
• Perform comprehensive legal research and case analysis
• Negotiate settlements and communicate effectively with opposing counsel
• Maintain accurate records, deadlines, and documentation
• Collaborate with staff, experts, and supervising attorneys
• Meet billable expectations and performance metrics

Required Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school
• Active member in good standing of the Florida Bar
• Minimum of 5 years of civil litigation experience
• Ability to travel occasionally within South Florida
• Demonstrated experience with contract disputes, business conflicts, partition actions, constructive trusts, and commercial litigation
• Strong litigation skills including drafting, discovery, depositions, and hearing preparation
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organization, time management, and attention to detail
• Ability to manage a remote workload independently and professionally

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with experts, complex damages, or multi-party civil matters
• Prior remote or contract-based litigation experience
• Familiarity with Clio and LexisNexis

Compensation & Benefits

• Remote work with flexible scheduling
• Opportunity to support meaningful civil matters
• Collaborative team environment with clear expectations
• Exposure to sophisticated, high-value cases

Location

Remote position with occasional in-person work required within South Florida