Kaufman Dolowich LLP

Litigation Defense Attorney

Kaufman Dolowich LLP  •  Orlando, FL (Onsite)  •  3 hours ago
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Job Description

The Orlando, FL office of Kaufman Dolowich, a full-service National Law firm with more than 250 attorneys across 16 offices and over 25 practice areas, is actively seeking an attorney to join our growing litigation team.

This is an exceptional opportunity for an ambitious attorney to gain hands-on experience handling sophisticated, high-exposure litigation matters while working alongside accomplished litigators in a collaborative environment. At Kaufman Dolowich, associates are entrusted with meaningful responsibility from day one, receive direct client exposure, and benefit from strong mentorship and professional development opportunities designed to accelerate career growth.

Responsibilities

  • Manage a litigation caseload from inception through resolution
  • Draft and respond to written discovery
  • Take and defend depositions
  • Prepare, draft, and argue motions
  • Participate in court appearances, status conferences, mediations, arbitrations, and other litigation proceedings
  • Develop case strategy and manage day-to-day litigation responsibilities
  • Communicate directly with clients, providing strategic counsel and regular case updates
  • Collaborate with attorneys across multiple offices and practice groups on complex and challenging matters
  • Assist with trial preparation and other high-stakes litigation activities

Qualifications

  • Admission to practice law in Florida required
  • 3-4+ years of litigation (Employment, Professional Liability, and/or HOA) experience
  • Strong legal writing, research, analytical, and oral advocacy skills
  • Ability to independently manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
  • Excellent organizational, case management, and interpersonal skills
  • Self-motivated, proactive, and eager to assume increasing responsibility

Preferred Experience

  • Experience handling Employment, Professional Liability, and/or HOA litigation matters.
  • Experience handling depositions, motion practice, mediations, arbitrations, and court appearances
  • Experience managing matters independently

Why Join Kaufman Dolowich?

  • Collaborative and entrepreneurial culture with strong mentorship and support
  • Significant opportunities for professional growth, client development, and advancement
  • Unlimited PTO for Attorneys
  • Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package
  • Robust discretionary and billable-based bonus opportunities
  • Meaningful clients contact and hands-on litigation experience

Please note that the stated salary range is an estimate and does not guarantee a specific offer. Actual compensation will be determined based on market location, as well as the candidate’s experience, skills, and job-related qualifications. Base salary represents just one component of the comprehensive Total Rewards package offered by Kaufman Dolowich, which also includes a discretionary and billable hours-based bonus program and a robust benefits offering for full-time employees.

Kaufman Dolowich LLP

About Kaufman Dolowich LLP

Kaufman Dolowich LLP is a leading national law firm representing clients across a wide range of industries in key practice areas, including labor and employment, directors and officers liability, professional liability, commercial litigation, insurance coverage and litigation, data privacy and cybersecurity, consumer financial services, real estate, general liability, and construction law. Headquartered on Long Island, N.Y., the firm advises national and global clients of all sizes.

Industry
Legal & Compliance
Company Size
201-500 employees
Headquarters
Woodbury, New York
Year Founded
1986
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