Associate Attorney – General Liability

Job overview

The Associate Attorney – General Liability is a hybrid role based in Tampa, FL. Compensation is not specified; the posting states that salary depends on depth and years of experience and mentions quarterly bonuses based on billable hours. Lydecker is a national litigation firm, and this role supports its Tampa defense litigation practice group. Under partner supervision, the associate handles civil defense matters involving premises liability, personal injury, and general liability. The role contributes to client defense through drafting, discovery, hearings, depositions, and preparation for mediations and trials.

What you'll do

• Draft, review, and respond to petitions or complaints, motions, and written discovery
• attend hearings and client meetings when requested
• prepare for and attend depositions
• assist with mediation and trial preparation
• manage a caseload and bill time
• maintain client confidentiality and communicate with clients.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

associate attorney

general liability

tampa fl

lydecker llp

hybrid

civil defense litigation

florida bar license

premises liability

personal injury

depositions

partner mentorship

quarterly billable-hour bonuses

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Medical insurance
• optional dental, vision, life, disability, accident, critical illness, cancer, hospitalization, HSA, and FSA plans
• 401(k) after one calendar year
• paid time off
• quarterly bonus opportunities
• mentorship and training.

Why this role

One-on-one partner mentorship and training; candidates with pending Florida bar results are welcome to apply; mediation and trial experience is a plus, not required.

About the employer

Lydecker LLP is hiring for this role. Industry: Offices of Lawyers. Sector: 54.