Commercial Litigation Attorney Job at Barakat + Bossa, Jacksonville, FL

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  • Barakat + Bossa
  • Jacksonville, FL

Job Description

Barakat + Bossa, a Chambers-ranked business law firm based in Coral Gables, Florida, is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Commercial Litigation Attorney to join our litigation team in Jacksonville. This role offers an excellent opportunity to work on complex commercial disputes in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. Experience with corporate employment and labor matters is highly desired.

POSITION SUMMARY:

As a Commercial Litigation Attorney at Barakat + Bossa, you will represent business clients in a wide range of commercial litigation matters, including breach of contract, partnership disputes, business torts, and employment-related litigation. The ideal candidate is a strong advocate with a strategic mindset, capable of managing cases from intake through trial or resolution. This is a great opportunity to contribute to the continued success and expansion of the firm’s litigation practice.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Handle all aspects of business litigation, including client counseling, case strategy, drafting pleadings and motions, conducting discovery, depositions, and court appearances.
  • Represent clients in state and federal courts, as well as arbitration and mediation forums.
  • Analyze legal issues and prepare high-quality legal memoranda, briefs, and case evaluations.
  • Engage in settlement negotiations and communicate effectively with clients about litigation risks and outcomes.
  • Collaborate with other attorneys and staff to ensure effective and efficient case management.
  • Stay current on litigation trends, case law developments, and procedural rules.
  • Support mentoring and training of junior attorneys and legal staff when needed.

QUALIFICATIONS :

  • Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.
  • Admitted to the Florida Bar and in good standing.
  • 4–6 years of commercial litigation experience at a reputable law firm.
  • Demonstrated experience in commercial litigation; employment/labor litigation experience is a significant plus.
  • Florida Bar Board Certification in Business Litigation and/or Labor & Employment Law a plus.
  • Exceptional legal research, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication abilities, with the capacity to effectively communicate complex legal concepts to clients and colleagues.
  • Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, meet deadlines, and prioritize tasks effectively.
  • Detail-oriented mindset with strong organizational skills and a keen eye for accuracy.
  • Collaborative team player with excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to build relationships with clients and colleagues.
  • Demonstrated commitment to professional growth and development.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office suite/Teams.
  • Bilingual (Spanish or Portuguese) a plus.

FIRM BENEFITS

The Firm offers a competitive benefits package for our full-time employees and their families. Here is a summary of our benefits (the list is not all-inclusive):

  • Competitive base salary plus bonuses
  • Unlimited PTO benefit
  • Personal leave, bereavement leave, and paid holidays
  • 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with Firm match
  • Group Medical/Dental/Vision Plans
  • Voluntary Supplemental Benefits
  • Annual Performance Reviews

WHY BARAKAT & BOSSA?

We pride ourselves on delivering elite legal services to business clients across a wide range of industries. We foster a culture of excellence, mentorship, and opportunity, where attorneys are empowered to lead and grow. Join a firm that values initiative, high standards, and long-term professional development.

ABOUT BARAKAT + BOSSA

Barakat + Bossa is a Chambers-ranked international business law firm. With a global team of attorneys licensed in the U.S., the firm takes pride in its multicultural perspective and ability to offer services in multiple languages, including Italian, Turkish, Portuguese, Urdu, French, Hindi, Czech, Ukranian, Hebrew, and Spanish, ensuring a smooth experience for its diverse clientele. Founded in 2004, Barakat + Bossa has built a strong reputation in litigation and arbitration, with expertise in factoring, non-compete agreements, commercial litigation, partnership disputes, corporate fraud and real estate. The firm serves clients nationally and internationally in Europe, Asia, and Latin America. For more details, visit

Barakat + Bossa is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The firm retains the right to change, assign, or reassign duties and responsibilities to this position at any time — in its sole discretion. Employment is at will.

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