Florida Law

Estimates for lateral signing bonuses for senior associate-level (5-8 years) commercial litigators right now? Specifically want to know for regional and biglaw shops. Bonus points for info on Central Florid… more

Anyone know any firms that would be willing to give a chance to a young attorney trying to transition from litigation to transactional?

Any predictions for the FL Bar essay topics for July?

I am looking for a lawyer that handles emergency motions intended to postpone a foreclosure. No emergency now, but I am interested in getting to know anyone who would be able to handle, especially in … more

I was wondering if anyone had any thoughts/advice on the following - if a motion to vacate final default judgment based upon improper service is denied, can a subsequent motion to vacate based upon ex… more

I obtained a judgment against a defendant who is also plaintiff in a pending case in another county. Can I secure funds from the other case to satisfy the judgment in mine?

If an Amended Complaint is filed in an action in which my client is one of many defendants but there are no new or altered allegations against my client - do I need to file an answer on behalf of my c… more

Would any experienced construction attorneys mind chatting with me about their experiences and other related things? Would love the opportunity to bounce some ideas off of someone as I’m new to the pr… more

Does anyone work part-time/reduced hours? If so, willing to share compensation numbers? I’m in a position to do so and very happy about that but unsure what to ask for in terms of $$. South FL, family… more

How much studying is necessary for the FL bar if you are only taking the FL portion? Feeling overwhelmed doing this while working full time.

Coming here with a substantive question with the hope that someone has more knowledge of this practice area than myself. My brother was denied a position at a golf course in Orlando because he has a m… more

Any construction lawyers interested in a new position? Looking for 3-5 years of experience at least, and it’s with a great Amlaw firm. DM me!

Have you ever been contacted by someone who supposedly found you on “Avvo” or some other similar site? I’m at a fairly large firm and this somewhat feels like a scam or some other semi-fraudulent atte… more

Since Florida is an at-will state, can an individual be fired for a lack of productivity in a physically demanding work environment (if that lack of productivity is due to a heart condition)?

What is the average Plaintiff PI comp in South FL? Salary, % of firm work, % of originated work, other bonuses, etc.?

Southern or Middle District of Florida USAO. Thoughts on work load, experience obtained, and potential exit opportunities?

Rising second year attorney looking to lateral firms into a different type of practice area in my same city, does anyone know of any recruiters that they can recommend to help the search in Florida?

Does anyone know if in a dissolution of a 50/50 split-interest LLC goodwill can be attributed solely to one member such that that member gets more than his 50% distribution?

Anyone have feedback on Hogan Lovells Miami? How’s the work? Is it the same NY BigLaw grind?

Solos/small practitioners— who is your malpractice insurer? If you’ve had a claim brought against you, would you recommend them based on how they handled the claim? How did you choose them? Did you ne… more

Any CLE recommendations in the area of construction law?

Anyone have any info on Ausley McMullen?

Is the July 2021 Florida exam in person? How long does it take for the Bar to make a decision...

Jr. Associate at an AmLaw 100 firm in Central Florida. Good credentials; top 10% at T14, law review. Sick of private practice bc of hours and pressure. Also, not enjoying the work that Central Florida offers, but want to live here.
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Moving down to from NY Big Law to South Florida Big Law. What kind of expectations should i have in terms of quality of life?

Advice for my 3L friend looking for a post-grad job at firms in Florida? Goes to a top school, on journal/published, and interviews well, but can’t seem to find any firms hiring right now. Is it just … more

Hello all,
Is a motion to strike attorney fees considered a responsive motion as to render a motion for judicial default moot? No answer has been filed as of yet.

Does anyone know how much are third year (2018) associates paid at Nelson Mullins in Miami/Ft Lauderdale? What about Akerman?

Any info on base and bonus is greatly appreciated. I have a really impor… more

Any construction law attorneys that would be willing to be a mentor to someone new in this area? (Me ✋🏼).

Any any insight on Greenberg Traurig?

Does Old Republic title accept applications for policy issuing agency that is brand new?

Any insight on Carlton Fields, Shutts & Bowen or Rumberger?

Holland and Knight, Tampa and Orlando. What do you all think? What are salaries (3rd year)? Parental leave only after a certain amount of time?

Any attorneys do title? Is it worth it?

Any good referral companies for a solo practitioner? Property, Personal Injury, Real Estate. Want to set up a business plan prior to starting to go on my own. Any tips/advice?

Anyone feedback on Hogan Lovells Miami?

Currently watching the BSCR courses before the 12/31 deadline. Can someone tell me if they show codes that I need to note down to get the certificate?