_{15th April, 2026}

Tempting Recruitment are working alongside our client, a global law firm, who are looking to recruit an experienced Litigation Special Counsel to join their team based in Florida.
  
JOB DETAILS

• SALARY: $140,000 per annum
• WORK TYPE: Permanent 
• WORK PATTERN: Full Time
• LOCATION: Miami, Orlando, Jacksonville or Tampa 

JOB DETAILS 

Our client is seeking a Litigation Attorney with 3–7 years of experience to join their Litigation Department as Special Counsel. This is a full-time, non-partner track position supporting their dynamic Construction Practice Group across multiple Florida offices.

This position is ideal for a motivated, confident attorney who thrives managing a high volume of matters independently. Much of the work involves arbitration proceedings, requiring strong focus, initiative, and the ability to work autonomously in a fast-paced environment.

JOB DESCRIPTION
The duties and responsibilities of the role will include:

• Handle a high-volume caseload involving construction-related disputes
• Conduct legal research and draft motions, pleadings, and other legal documents
• Manage all phases of discovery
• Represent clients in arbitration, mediation, and court proceedings
• Argue motions, take and defend depositions, and assist with trial preparation
• Collaborate with and oversee paralegals and support staff as needed

SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE 

• Litigation involving construction, design defects, and insurance claims
• Arbitration and mediation experience
• Proven success in resolving and settling cases
• Prior experience managing support teams
• 3–7 years of litigation experience
• Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills
• Experience with discovery, motion practice, depositions, and some trial work
• JD from an ABA-accredited law school
• Active membership and good standing with the Florida Bar

Please be advised that only candidates that have the specific skills and experiences required for this role will be shortlisted and submitted to our client for review.
HOW TO APPLY
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