Criminal and Civil Litigation Attorney

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Job Overview

A law firm seeks a seasoned Criminal and Civil Litigation Attorney in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. This senior-level position focuses on high-stakes criminal defense and select civil litigation assignments. The ideal candidate will have extensive courtroom experience and the ability to manage complex cases independently.

Duties

• Serve as lead counsel on felony and high-stakes criminal defense matters.
• Handle civil litigation matters, including motion practice and depositions.
• Manage cases from intake through resolution with full accountability.
• Develop and execute tailored defense and litigation strategies.
• Represent clients in hearings, negotiations, and jury trials.
• Draft, review, and argue motions, briefs, and legal filings.
• Maintain organized, trial-ready case files and meet deadlines.
• Collaborate with internal teams and provide clear communication to clients.

Requirements

• Extensive criminal defense experience with increasing responsibility.
• Experience handling civil litigation matters.
• 50+ jury trials preferred; significant first-chair experience valued.
• Federal criminal case exposure.
• Prior prosecutorial experience strongly preferred.
• Active Florida Bar license in good standing.
• Strong courtroom presence and persuasive advocacy skills.
• Ability to meet or exceed billable hour expectations.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.

Certifications

• Active Florida Bar license.

Skills

• Strong strategic thinking and advocacy skills.
• High level of professionalism and client management skills.
• Ability to operate independently in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

• Flexible compensation structure.
• Medical, dental, vision, and 401(k).
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Dedicated paralegal and administrative support.
• Consistent pipeline of high-value, complex cases.

Company info

BCG Attorney Search
801 Brickell Avenue, Suite 900
Miami
Florida
United States 33131
Phone : (305) 570-3575
Fax : (213) 895-7306