RumbergerKirk is seeking a highly motivated Associate Attorney with 3+ years of civil litigation experience to join our team. This position offers the opportunity to work across a diverse range of matters, including education law, public and private sector employment and labor matters, personal injury and general tort litigation, employer investigations, and alternative dispute resolution. An interest in education law is a plus.
This is an excellent opportunity for an attorney who wants meaningful, hands-on experience, direct involvement in case strategy and client management, and the opportunity to continue developing as a litigator. While we value experience, we place an even greater emphasis on initiative, work ethic, and a desire to succeed.
- Represent clients through all phases of litigation.
- Manage cases from inception through trial in collaboration with a supervising partner.
- Take and defend depositions, and participate in hearings and mediations.
- Research and argue motions.
- Interview witnesses and experts and negotiate with opposing counsel.
- Conduct legal research and draft motions, memoranda, settlement agreements, and trial-related documents.
- Work on a broad range of matters, including education law, employment and labor, personal injury, and general tort litigation, including negligent hiring, training, supervision, and retention claims.
- Assist with employer investigations and alternative dispute resolution matters.
- A minimum of 3 years of civil litigation experience.
- Strong academic credentials.
- Excellent legal research, writing, and analytical skills.
- Exceptional attention to detail.
- Strong work ethic, initiative, and a desire to succeed.
- Ability to effectively manage responsibilities while working collaboratively with attorneys and clients.
- An interest in education law is a plus.
- Licensed to practice law in the State of Florida.
At RumbergerKirk, you'll find more than a place to practice law. You'll find a team invested in your success. We are committed to mentorship, professional development, and helping our attorneys build fulfilling, long-term careers. You'll work alongside experienced trial attorneys who are eager to share their knowledge, provide guidance, and support your growth as a litigator. We foster a collaborative environment where your contributions are valued, your development is encouraged, and your successes are celebrated.
In addition to meaningful work and opportunities for professional growth, we offer competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package designed to support both your professional and personal well-being.
Benefits Include
- Health insurance insurance
- Dental and Vision insurance
- Firm-paid life insurance
- 18 days of paid time off (PTO)
- Paid parental leave
- 401(k) with employer match
- Paid parking
- Cell phone stipend
- Coverage of bar and CLE expenses
- Optional Aflac supplemental plans
- Access to a company-sponsored financial wellness program
Skills Required
- Minimum of 3 years of civil litigation experience
- Strong academic credentials
- Excellent legal research, writing, and analytical skills
- Exceptional attention to detail
- Strong work ethic, initiative, and desire to succeed
- Ability to manage responsibilities collaboratively with attorneys and clients
- Licensed to practice law in Florida
- Interest in education law
What We Do
RumbergerKirk is a law firm representing leading companies across industries nationwide, with a focus on sophisticated commercial litigation and complex legal matters. It provides zealous advocacy and works to resolve challenging cases efficiently and effectively while helping clients achieve business goals. Its practices span commercial litigation, product liability, employment and labor, insurance, construction, intellectual property, professional liability, real estate, and other civil and business-law matters.
