Job Description
Job Description
Dunn Law PA is a rapidly growing firm focused on commercial litigation, corporate and transactional law, joint ventures, capital investments, real estate, shareholder derivative and business divorce litigation, and creditors’ rights. We are committed to delivering exceptional client service and innovative problem-solving for businesses and individuals throughout Florida. We pride ourselves on a collaborative culture, strategic growth, and adaptable workflows. Our boutique firm is seeking an experienced Commercial Litigation Attorney to lead and grow our litigation practice area in close coordination with the firm’s Founder.
This is a strategic, senior-level role for an attorney who wants autonomy, influence, and the ability to shape a practice in a nimble environment without the bureaucracy of a large firm. If you’re looking for a collaborative environment, operational support, and the runway to scale your book, this is a compelling opportunity.
Why Join Us
- Direct partnership track with senior-level entry (depending on candidate).
- Significant autonomy to shape the litigation practice area.
- Close collaboration with the Firm Owner and a firm culture that values transparency, trust, and strategic thinking.
- Operational and administrative support so you can focus on clients and growth.
- Competitive compensation structure tied to originations and performance.
Compensation: Competitive, with a combination of base, origination/collections incentives, and leadership bonuses. Structure will be tailored based on the strength of the candidate’s existing portable book and level of experience.
Compensation:
$150,000+ dependent on experience & portable business
Responsibilities:
- Serve as Practice Lead for the firm’s commercial litigation group.
- Manage and expand an existing docket of complex commercial and business disputes.
- Act as primary strategist on litigation matters, including case assessment, pleadings, discovery, motion practice, settlement, trial preparation, and trial work.
- Collaborate closely with the Firm Owner on firmwide strategy, cross-practice referrals, staff, pricing, and growth planning.
- Mentor junior attorneys and legal support staff (or assist in building the team).
- Oversee client service, quality control, and risk management within the practice area.
- Contribute to business development efforts to expand both your book and the firm’s overall litigation footprint.
Qualifications:
- 8+ years of commercial litigation experience, ideally with first-chair or significant second-chair trial exposure.
- A portable book of business over $500,000, sufficient to support a senior-level role in a small firm environment and feed a portion of the workload in the commercial litigation practice group.
- Proven ability to manage sophisticated litigation matters from intake to resolution.
- Strong leadership instincts and a desire to build and scale a practice.
- Ability, desire, and proven track record of developing new ongoing business to support a sustainable practice group workload.
- Collaborative mindset and experience working with firm Owners/Equity Partners to shape initiatives, legal strategy, and business planning for the practice area.
- A Business mindset with the professionalism and discipline needed in a small firm setting.
- Excellent communication, client service, and relationship-building skills.
Join our team and be a driving force behind the success and growth of our law firm. If you are a strategic litigator with a passion for business development, leadership, and innovation, we want to hear from you!
About Company
At Dunn Law, P.A., our attorneys deliver smart legal solutions for businesses and individuals. We offer excellent compensation and benefits, including health, vision, dental, 401(k), and paid holidays and time off.
Our Values
- Team: We value a close-knit team where we respect each other, support each other, and keep the business moving together.
- Quality of Life: Within our walls, we are collegial and supportive.
- Results-Oriented: We take a partnership approach with clients. We always want to do what's right and fair, and balance that with aggressive client advocacy.
- Professional Growth: We strive to allow each individual to grow, learn, and continue building their career.
- Pristine Reputation: We are above reproach. We are trustworthy and maintain a stellar reputation in our community.
- Bespoke / Tailored: We fit our approach based on the particular situation, in order to maximize the outcome & meet the needs of the client.