Employment Opportunities
Associate Attorney
BARFIELD MCCAIN AYOUB, PA is an AV rated law firm with a growing practice representing landlords throughout the State of Florida. The firm was established in 1987 and is based in West Palm Beach, FL with well over 1,000 active clients throughout the state. Our newest associate attorney will be joining a seasoned group of professionals who support and value the talents of each team member and who thrive in a culture where everyone is respected and elevated to achieve a higher potential. Our team currently has 5 attorneys, including AV rated, board certified, and multi-state licensed attorneys, with over 25 dedicated paralegals and legal assistants.
Interested candidates with preferred qualifications should apply by submitting a resume, cover letter, professional references, and salary requirements.
Associate Attorney Duties and Responsibilities:
Appearing for both in-person and virtual mediations, motion calendar and evidentiary hearings, and bench trials in Miami-Dade County and throughout Florida. Out of court duties include managing a high volume of client communications, drafting motions, statutory notices and negotiating settlements.
This position may include a remote candidate based from a home office in Miami-Dade, Broward or Palm Beach County who is able to cover in-person hearings in Miami-Dade and throughout the tri-county area.
Preferred Qualifications:
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Florida Bar License
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Courtroom experience (0-3 years) or relatable law student internship/externship/clerkship
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Excellent written and verbal communication skills
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Analytical skills
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Attention to detail
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Proficiency with Microsoft Office
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Ability to prioritize work demands and meet deadlines autonomously
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Multilingual
Benefits:
· The firm provides extensive training and support
· Highly competitive earnings based upon experience and performance starting at $65-$75k/year
· Opportunities for advancement and involvement in professional associations
· Paid time off for holidays and vacations
· A full benefits package including:
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Health, dental and vision insurance
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Supplemental insurance
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A Retirement plan to which the firm contributes
Legal Assistant
BARFIELD MCCAIN AYOUB, PA is an AV rated law firm with a growing practice representing landlords throughout the State of Florida. The firm was established in 1987 and is based in West Palm Beach, FL with well over 1,000 active clients throughout the state. Our newest legal assistant will be joining a seasoned group of professionals who support and value the talents of each team member and who thrive in a culture where everyone is respected and elevated to achieve a higher potential. Our team currently has 5 attorneys, including AV rated, board certified, and multi-state licensed attorneys, with over 25 dedicated paralegals and legal assistants.
GENERAL JOB DESCRIPTION:
Enter key data into the firm's proprietary software to process cases and generate court filings.
Direct contact with VIP clients.
KEY COMPETENCIES AND PREFERRED JOB QUALIFICATIONS:
Dedication to Customer Service.
Accurate Data entry.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Adobe Acrobat.
Excellent time management and organizational skills.
Social Intelligence and interpersonal skills.
Time pressure tolerance.
Competent grammatically correct written and verbal skills.
Ability to prioritize tasks.
Ability to handle high volume.
Understanding of the judicial system, order of pleadings and electronic uploading procedures.
WHAT WE OFFER:
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: starting at $19.00 per hour
Schedule: 8:30-5:30, Monday - Friday
Benefits:
· The firm provides extensive training and support
· Paid time off for holidays and vacations
· A full benefits package including:
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Health, dental and vision insurance
-
Supplemental insurance
-
A Retirement plan to which the firm contributes