Associate Litigation Attorney (Commercial Litigation) - Boca Raton, FL (Onsite)

Location: Boca Raton, Florida (Onsite)

Position Type: Full-time

Experience: 2+ years (commercial litigation)

License: Active member in good standing of the Florida Bar (required)

Position Overview

Our client is seeking an Associate Litigation Attorney to join its commercial litigation practice in Boca Raton, FL. This role is onsite and ideal for an attorney who can independently manage core litigation tasks while working closely with partners on active matters.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of commercial litigation matters from inception through resolution, with appropriate supervision.
• Draft and review pleadings, motions, memoranda, discovery requests/responses, and correspondence.
• Handle written discovery, depositions, and motion practice; assist with hearings, mediations, and trials as needed.
• Conduct legal research and provide strategic recommendations on case issues and next steps.
• Communicate professionally with clients, opposing counsel, court personnel, and internal teams.
• Maintain accurate case files and meet all deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Required Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school
• Active Florida Bar license in good standing (required)
• Minimum 2 years of commercial litigation experience (required)
• Strong legal writing, research, and analytical skills
• Experience handling discovery and drafting substantive motions
• Ability to work onsite in Boca Raton and collaborate in-office

Preferred Qualifications

• Deposition experience and/or first-chair hearing experience
• Exposure to business disputes, contract claims, or complex commercial matters
• Strong client-facing presence and comfort managing multiple deadlines

Benefits

• Competitive base salary 125K+ (commensurate with experience)
• Bonus potential
• Health benefits and PTO
• Professional development/mentorship and clear growth path

Ascendo is a certified minority owned staffing firm, and we welcome and celebrate diversity. Ascendo is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, parental status, military service or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.

Contact information

Ryan King