Associate Attorney

Location

Jacksonville, FL | United States

Job description

Galloway in Jacksonville has an associate attorney position available now and we’re looking for the right professional to join our team. You will have the opportunity to learn from litigation directors on legal issues and will provide legal counsel to existing clients. You’ll also be responsible for performing legal research, drafting documents, and keeping client files up to date. Importantly, Galloway sets itself apart from other firms by focusing on developing attorneys into seasoned and experienced litigators through hands-on participation in litigation activities. We offer competitive compensation based on level of experience. Our benefits package includes options for health, life, dental, vision, and disability insurance, paid covered parking, 401K, and a year-end bonus. If you’ve successfully completed law school, passed the state bar exam, reside within commuting distance to Jacksonville, and are seeking a full-time opportunity to practice law with plenty of room for growth, start your application today! Responsibilities: • Attend court hearings or other legal proceedings, perform legal research, and work with senior associate attorneys to provide legal advice • Assist clients in determining a proper solution to legal conflicts and determine the best course of action • Create legal documents, including correspondence, briefs, motions, pleadings, contracts, affidavits, and settlement agreements for contract negotiations and proceedings • Collaborate with clients and senior associates and other staff to move cases toward resolution efficiently Qualifications: • Completion of a Juris Doctor (J.D. degree) from an accredited law school • Ability to work with senior attorneys to best serve client needs and grow our client base • Applicants must have successfully passed the state bar exam • Exceptional communication skills and problem-solving skills needed in order to work with all levels of staff and our clients • Exceptional communication skills and problem-solving skills needed in order to work with all levels of staff and our clients Requirements: • Must be admitted to practice law in the state of Florida Preferences: • Minimum of one year of civil litigation experience • Moot court or trial team experience • Legal journal participation • Graduation with honors About Company: Galloway is a Gulf South-based litigation firm dedicated to delivering value in legal counsel for more than thirty-five years to local, national, and international clients in dozens of industries. Galloway focuses on developing a work culture built on a foundation of teamwork and respect. Galloway’s attorneys are experienced in handling insurance defense, admiralty, and maritime law, energy, oil and gas, products liability, employer’s liability, general casualty, professional liability, property, construction, transportation, title resolution, amusements, sports, and leisure law, restaurant, and retail law, as well as corporate transactional matters.

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