Associate Attorney (Ft. Lauderdale)

Galloway Johnson Tompkins Burr & Smith is seeking an experienced litigation attorney to join our Ft. Lauderdale office handling a sophisticated civil defense practice with a significant emphasis on construction defect and construction litigation matters.This role is ideal for an attorney who can step into an active, high exposure practice and independently manage cases from inception through resolution while working closely with clients, carriers, contractors, developers, property managers, and business owners throughout South Florida.Practice AreasConstruction defect and construction litigationPremises liability and personal injury defenseInsurance defense and coverage mattersCondominium and HOA disputesAuto, trucking, and transportation mattersCommercial and property related disputesQualifications5+ years of litigation experience preferredMeaningful experience handling construction defect or construction related litigationExperience taking and defending depositionsStrong motion practice and case evaluation skillsAbility to manage files independently and communicate directly with clients and carriersCourtroom confidence and practical litigation judgmentFlorida Bar license in good standingThis is a hands on role within a collaborative office environment offering meaningful responsibility, direct client interaction, strong mentorship from experienced trial attorneys, and long term growth opportunities within the firm.Compensation is competitive and includes quarterly bonus opportunities tied to billable performance, comprehensive benefits, hybrid flexibility after onboarding, and a clear path for continued professional growth.Galloway Johnson Tompkins Burr & Smith is a full service litigation firm with offices across Florida, Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama, Georgia, Missouri, and Texas.