Senior Litigation Attorney

Overview

A law firm based in Jacksonville, Florida, is seeking a Senior Litigation Attorney with a strong background in commercial litigation. The role requires a decisive, fast-moving litigator who thrives under pressure and takes ownership of cases from intake through resolution.

Responsibilities

• Lead case strategy, including scoping, budgeting, and execution.
• Serve as the primary client contact, providing clear and actionable guidance.
• Maintain momentum on cases by managing deadlines, opposing parties, and deliverables.
• Mentor and lead junior attorneys and paralegals, delegating tasks and reinforcing firm processes.
• Ensure discipline in timekeeping, service level agreements, budgets, and execution.
• Manage multiple issues simultaneously and adapt quickly to changing demands.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree and active Florida Bar membership.
• Minimum of 5 years of litigation experience, preferably in commercial litigation.
• Proven ability to exercise sound judgment under pressure.
• Strong advocacy skills including motions, depositions, hearings, negotiation, and strategy.
• Ability to work independently within a structured system.
• Comfortable making fast decisions without supervision.
• Excellent communication skills and a confident presence.

Preferred Qualifications

• First-chair trial or appellate experience.
• Experience with complex commercial, class action, consumer, or eminent domain litigation.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive compensation package.
• Professional development opportunities.
• Supportive work environment focused on growth and excellence.

Location

Jacksonville, Florida

The employer is an equal opportunity organization committed to fair treatment of all employees and applicants regardless of race, color, sexual orientation, religion, sex, age, national origin, genetic information, disability, veteran status, gender identity, or marital status.