Junior Associate - Litigation (Miami)

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Summary

DLA Piper is seeking a junior-level associate to join our Litigation group, Business and Commercial subgroup. This position is open to our Miami* office.

Responsibilities

• Responsibilities as an Associate will vary based on specific practice group.

• Conduct legal research and analysis to support case preparation and strategy.

• Draft legal documents, including briefs, motions, and contracts.

• Assist in the preparation of court filings and other legal documentation.

• Participate in client meetings, providing support and taking detailed notes.

• Attend court hearings, depositions, and trials to observe and assist senior attorneys.

• Review and organize case files and evidence.

• Communicate with clients, opposing counsel, and other parties as needed.

• Maintain strict confidentiality regarding all client and firm matters.

• Engage in pro bono work by providing legal assistance to underserved and underrepresented communities ensuring access to justice for all individuals.

Desired Skills

• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

• Attention to detail

• Good business judgment

• Excellent organizational skills

• Ability to work collaboratively and independently

• Demonstrated oral and written communication skills

• Research and problem-solving skills

• Conceptual thinking

• Ability to influence others

• Persuasive communication

• Management skills

Education

• JD

Experience

• JD years 2022 to 2024 with strong litigation experience across a variety of practices.

• Completion of a federal or state supreme court judicial clerkship is required.

• Prior law firm experience is a plus. 

Essential Job Expectations

While the specific job requirements of a DLA Piper position may vary depending upon scope of the job and area of specialty, there are certain universal requirements that are expected of all DLA Piper employees, which include but are not limited to:

• Effectively communicate, verbally and in writing, with clients, lawyers, business professionals, and third parties;

• Produce deliverables, answer phone calls, and reply to correspondence in an efficient and responsive manner;

• Provide timely, accurate, and quality work product;

• Successfully meet deadlines, expectations, and perform work duties as required;

• Foster positive work relationships;

• Comply with all firm policies and practices;

• Engage in both physical and sedentary activity, such as (a) working at a computer for extended periods of time, including on-screen reading and typing; (b) participating in digital/virtual conference calls; (c) participating in meetings as needed;

• Ability to work under pressure and manage competing demands in a fast-paced environment;

• Perform all other duties, tasks or projects as assigned.

Our employees are expected to embrace and uphold our firm values as a part of our DLA Piper culture. We are committed to excellence in how we represent our clients and develop our people.

Physical Demands
Sedentary work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally and all other sedentary criteria are met.
Work Environment-The firm's work location requirements may be modified at the firm's discretion

• Hybrid - Regular in-office presence with some flexibility for work-from-home

Disclaimer

Application Process: Applicants must apply directly online instead of sending application materials via email. Reasonable accommodations may be made upon request to permit individuals with a disability to perform the essential functions and responsibilities of the position or to participate in the job selection process. If you have a request for an accommodation during the application process, please contact [email protected].

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