Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

The West Palm Beach office of Kubicki Draper is seeking an entry level Associate Attorney. Prior insurance defense or personal injury experience preferred but not required.

Your Day-to-Day:

• Draft, review, and respond to substantive pleadings, motions, and discovery.
• Conduct complex legal research and analysis.
• Attend hearings, depositions, and mediations.
• Participate in meetings with clients and negotiate settlements.
• Assist in the preparation for trials.
• Demonstrate proficiency in Word, Microsoft Office, PowerPoint, and Excel.
• Communicate effectively with team members and clients.
• Adapt to and work efficiently in a fast-paced, evolving environment.

Requirements

• Previous experience in litigation, particularly in insurance defense and personal injury is preferred but not required.
• Strong skills in legal research, writing, and persuasive oral advocacy.
• Licensed member of the Florida Bar and in good standing, required.
• Strong academic credentials helpful.
• Drive for Success: Possess an unyielding drive to climb the hierarchical ladder, aspiring to leadership roles and leaving a mark.
• Client-Centric Approach: Our clients are our compass—your unwavering commitment to exceptional client service.
• Organizational Mastery: An organized mind paired with the ability to communicate succinctly and effectively is crucial.

Benefits

Diversity in Leadership: We are proud to be 36% minority-owned, with over 70% of our attorneys from diverse backgrounds. Notably, over 60% of our firm's shareholders are also from minority groups.

Opportunity for Growth: We're on a growth sprint and want you to grow with us! Enjoy rapid career progression, hands-on experience, and ample learning opportunities.

Work-Life Balance: We value you - not just as an employee but as an individual. Enjoy proper work-life balance with us.

Perks of Being with Us:

• Inclusive Environment: Over 50% of our attorneys are female, with almost half our shareholders and leadership team also female
• Comprehensive Benefits: Enjoy a flexible hybrid schedule, competitive compensation, generous PTO, top-tier medical insurance, and a robust 401k (with match)
• Long-Term Growth: Over 15% of our staff proudly hold ten years or more tenure with us

About Us

Established in 1963, Kubicki Draper is a beacon of legal expertise, offering trial, appellate, coverage, commercial, and real estate transaction services. With a remarkable team of 200+ attorneys across 12 vibrant offices, we've been the go-to firm in Florida and beyond - reaching the heart of Georgia, Alabama, and Mississippi.

Discover the KD difference: Grow, learn, and evolve with a firm that's championed legal brilliance for over five decades.

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

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