Litigation Attorney
Required skills
- civil litigation
- general liability
- legal research
- legal writing
- case strategy
- client management
- depositions
- hearings
- mediations
- trial preparation
Nice to have
- casualty
- premises liability
- product liability
- complex litigation
Role summary
RumbergerKirk is seeking an Associate Attorney with 3-5 years of civil litigation experience for its Tampa office, focusing on general liability. The role involves representing clients through all litigation phases, drafting legal documents, conducting research, managing cases, and collaborating on strategy. The firm emphasizes mentorship, professional development, and a collaborative environment, offering competitive compensation and benefits.
What You'll Do
- Represent clients in all phases of civil litigation, from case inception through trial.
- Draft pleadings, motions, discovery, legal memoranda, and other litigation-related documents.
- Take and defend depositions, attend hearings and mediations, and assist with trial preparation.
- Conduct legal research and analyze complex legal issues.
- Work directly with clients, witnesses, experts, and opposing counsel.
- Collaborate with supervising attorneys to develop litigation strategy and achieve successful outcomes.
What We're Looking For
- 3–5 years of civil litigation experience.
- Experience in general liability, casualty, premises liability, product liability, or complex litigation preferred.
- Ability to manage cases with increasing independence and responsibility.
- Experience handling depositions, hearings, mediations, and trial preparation.
- Strong legal research, writing, analytical, and organizational skills.
- Exceptional attention to detail and a strong work ethic.
- Licensed and in good standing to practice law in Florida.
Why You'll Love it Here
At RumbergerKirk, you'll find more than a place to practice law. You'll find a team that is 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 growth, we offer competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package designed to support both your professional and personal well-being.
Benefits Include
- 18 days of paid time off (PTO)
- Paid parental leave
- Health insurance with firm-paid HSA contributions on select plans
- Dental and vision insurance
- Firm-paid life insurance
- 401(k) plan with employer match
- Paid parking
- Cell phone stipend
- Coverage of bar dues and CLE expenses
- Optional Aflac supplemental plans
- Access to a company-sponsored financial wellness program
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