Associate - Litigation (Miami)

The role

DLA Piper is seeking an Associate with 4+ years of litigation experience for its Miami office. The role is within the Business and Commercial subgroup of the Litigation practice area.

What you'll do

• Assist in managing a variety of cases from inception to resolution, including conducting legal research, drafting pleadings, and preparing for trials or settlements
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, providing them with regular updates and addressing their concerns promptly and professionally
• Conduct thorough legal research and draft well-reasoned legal documents, including briefs, motions, contracts, and correspondence
• Work collaboratively with other attorneys, paralegals, and support staff to develop case strategies and achieve favorable outcomes for clients
• Ensure compliance with legal standards and regulations, keeping up-to-date with changes in laws and legal precedents
• Participate in ongoing training and development opportunities to enhance your legal skills and knowledge
• Engage in pro bono work by providing legal assistance to underserved and underrepresented communities ensuring access to justice for all individuals
• 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

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