General Counsel & Commercial Litigation Associate

Company: PLG Damage Attorneys
Location: Miramar
Posted on: July 3, 2025

Job Description:

Hybrid We’re looking for a strategic legal thinker who can manage the firm’s internal legal matters while also serving as a trial-ready litigator for high-stakes commercial cases. You’ll be the go-to attorney for both firm-level legal needs (compliance, employment issues, vendor disputes, contracts, etc.) and external client litigation in the commercial/business arena. Why Join Us? - Competitive salary and benefits - Entrepreneurial work culture - High-level autonomy and opportunity for growth - Leadership role with direct access to executive decision-making - Opportunity to shape and scale a fast-growing firm’s commercial litigation division - Hybrid Scheduling (3 days onsite, 2 days work from home) Compensation: $110,000 - $160,000 depending on experience Responsibilities: General Counsel Duties: - Advise the executive team on internal legal issues, including employment law, regulatory compliance, contracts, risk management, and dispute resolution. - Draft, revise, and negotiate firm agreements (e.g., vendor contracts, NDAs, employment agreements, leases, etc.). - Manage and respond to legal claims or inquiries involving the firm. - Oversee policies, procedures, and risk mitigation protocols across departments. Commercial Litigation Duties: - Represent clients in business litigation matters, including: - Partnership/shareholder disputes - Breach of contract - Non-compete, non-disclosure, and non-solicitation enforcement - Employment defense litigation (wrongful termination, wage disputes, etc.) - Business torts and unfair competition - Manage caseload from intake through trial, including pleadings, discovery, motion practice, hearings, and depositions. - Work closely with clients to develop litigation strategy and ensure exceptional representation. Qualifications: - J.D. from an accredited law school; member in good standing of the Florida Bar. - 4 years of experience practicing law, with proven litigation experience in commercial/business disputes. - Strong knowledge of Florida employment law and general corporate matters. - In-house counsel or general counsel experience (or equivalent responsibility) is highly preferred. - Excellent written and oral advocacy skills. - Highly organized, proactive, and able to manage multiple priorities. About Company PLG Damage Attorneys is a law firm founded in Florida that specializes in providing skilled, qualified, and effective legal representation to policyholders who have been wrongfully denied or underpaid by their property insurance providers. Our vision is to be the nation's premier insurance attorney, treating every voice as a family by delivering excellent legal solutions with radical customer service experience, and leveraging large law firm resources with boutique law firm care. WHLAW2 Compensation details: 110000-160000 Yearly Salary PId626239f1e55-37156-37804403

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