DLA Piper is seeking an associate to join our Litigation group, Business and Commercial subgroup. This position is open to our Miami office.
Responsibilities
Responsibilities as an Associate will vary based on specific practice group.
Case Management: Assist in managing a variety of cases from inception to resolution, including conducting legal research, drafting pleadings, and preparing for trials or settlements.
Client Interaction: Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, providing them with regular updates and addressing their concerns promptly and professionally.
Legal Research and Writing: Conduct thorough legal research and draft well-reasoned legal documents, including briefs, motions, contracts, and correspondence.
Collaboration: Work collaboratively with other attorneys, paralegals, and support staff to develop case strategies and achieve favorable outcomes for clients.
Compliance: Ensure compliance with legal standards and regulations, keeping up-to-date with changes in laws and legal precedents.
Professional Development: 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.
Requirements
Excellent written and verbal communication abilities
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Attention to detail
Good business judgment
Excellent organizational skills
Ability to work collaboratively and independently
Demonstrated oral and written communication skills
Research and problem-solving skills
Conceptual thinking
Ability to influence others
Persuasive communication
Management skills
Minimum Education
JD
Minimum Years of Experience
Minimum 4 years of strong litigation experience across a variety of practices.
Law firm experience is required.
Federal court clerkship is a plus.
Essential Job Expectations
While the specific job requirements of a DLA Piper position may vary depending upon scope of the job and area of specialty, there are certain universal requirements that are expected of all DLA Piper employees, which include but are not limited to:
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.
Our employees are expected to embrace and uphold our firm values as a part of our DLA Piper culture. We are committed to excellence in how we represent our clients and develop our people.
Physical Demands
Work Environment-The firm's work location requirements may be modified at the firm's discretion
Hybrid - Regular in-office presence with some flexibility for work-from-home
Disclaimer
Additional Information
DLA Piper is, at its core, bold, exceptional, collaborative and supportive. Our people are the backbone, heart and soul of our firm. Wherever you are in your professional journey, DLA Piper is a place you can engage in meaningful work and grow your career. Let's see what we can achieve. Together.
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