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Associate Attorney

Fort Myers, FLHybridFull TimePosted 2 months ago

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Required skills

  • Florida Bar
  • civil litigation
  • legal research
  • writing skills
  • oral advocacy
  • Word
  • Microsoft Office
  • PowerPoint
  • Excel
  • pleadings

Nice to have

  • insurance defense
  • premises liability
  • bodily injury
  • trial experience

Role summary

Kubicki Draper is seeking an Associate Attorney for its Fort Myers office with over 4 years of civil litigation experience. The role requires Florida Bar membership in good standing, strong legal research, writing, and oral advocacy skills. Experience in insurance defense, premises liability, or bodily injury is highly desired, as is trial experience. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite is necessary. Responsibilities include drafting and responding to pleadings, motions, and discovery, attending hearings, depositions, mediations, and negotiating settlements. The firm offers competitive pay, benefits, and a hybrid work environment with opportunities for growth and work-life balance.

The Fort Myers office of Kubicki Draper seeks an associate attorney with 4+ years of civil litigation experience. Prior insurance defense, premises liability, or bodily injury is highly desired. Trial experience is a plus!

  • Must be a member of the Florida Bar in good standing.
  • 4+ years experience in the area of civil litigation
  • Strong legal research and excellent writing skills, as well as possess strong/persuasive oral advocacy
  • Previous experience in litigation, particularly in the areas of Insurance Defense
  • Ability to provide excellent customer service to our clients, with a client first mindset
  • Highly organized, with clear and concise communication style
  • Must be competent & proficient in the use of Word, Microsoft Office, PowerPoint & Excel
  • Draft/review substantive pleadings and motions
  • Respond to motions & discovery
  • Attend/chair hearings, depositions, mediations, meetings with clients, as well as negotiate settlements
  • Communicate in a highly effective manner with team members and clients
  • Ability to work in a fast paced evolving environment

The KD Difference:

We offer competitive pay, top-tier medical insurance, 401(k) with matching, and much more.

 Why Join Us?

· Opportunity to Grow: We’re expanding fast and offer hands-on experience, mentorship, and real career advancement.

· Work-Life Balance: We value you - not just as an employee but as an individual. Enjoy hybrid flexibility, PTO, and wellness-forward programs.

· Long-Term Value: Over 20% of our team has been with us for 10+ years. We invest in your future – at every stage.

· Inclusive Culture: We’re not just a law firm—we’re a team. One that values collaboration, supports innovation, and champions diverse perspectives. In fact, over 70% of our attorneys come from diverse backgrounds, reflecting the communities we serve.

 At Kubicki Draper, we combine over 60 years of legal excellence with a modern, inclusive, and growth-oriented culture. With more than 250 attorneys across 12 offices, we are a trusted leader in trial, appellate, insurance defense, commercial, and real estate litigation. No matter where you are in your legal journey—from your first case to your hundredth—you’ll find the support, challenge, and opportunity to succeed.

Kindly note: Direct applicants only. No phone calls or recruiters, please.

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