Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for a sharp, client-focused attorney to join our real estate and business law practice.

We are open to candidates with transactional experience, litigation experience, or both. This is an opportunity to build a well-rounded practice handling real estate transactions and related disputes in a fast-paced, high-performing environment.

If you take ownership of your files, communicate clearly, and thrive in a team that moves quickly and gets results, you will do very well here.

What You’ll Do:

Transactional:

• Run residential and commercial real estate transactions from contract through post-closing
• Identify and resolve title, lien, survey, and contract issues
• Communicate proactively with clients, lenders, realtors, and third parties
• Keep deals moving efficiently while protecting the client at every stage

Litigation:

• Manage all aspects of litigation, including pleadings, discovery, depositions, motion practice, and trial preparation
• Conduct legal research and draft memoranda, motions, and pleadings
• Represent clients in hearings, mediations, and (as applicable) trial
• Develop and execute litigation strategies in collaboration with senior attorneys
• Handle disputes involving real estate, contracts, and business matters

What We’re Looking For

• Florida-licensed attorney in good standing
• 2+ years of experience , ideally in real estate, business law, or civil litigation
• Strong understanding of contracts and/or litigation process
• Ability to manage multiple matters without things slipping through the cracks
• Excellent communication skills—clear, direct, and responsive
• Solutions-oriented mindset—you don’t just identify issues, you solve them
• Organized, detail-oriented, and able to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Team-oriented with the ability to take ownership of files

Bonus Points

• Real estate closing/title experience
• Litigation experience (general liability, professional liability, or business disputes)
• Courtroom, mediation, or deposition experience
• Notary commission (or willingness to obtain—firm will cover cost)
• Experience with Qualia

Compensation & Benefits

• Base salary starting at $150,000+, commensurate with experience
• Performance-based bonuses tied to productivity and originations
• Medical and dental insurance contributions
• Generous PTO
• Opportunity to build and grow your own book of business
• Mentorship and hands-on experience in both transactions and litigation

Why Golm Law Firm

• Established, well-respected firm in the Sarasota/Manatee market
• High volume of real estate work and growing litigation pipeline
• Strong marketing presence and consistent inbound client flow
• Efficient systems and support staff so you can focus on practicing law
• Direct mentorship and real growth opportunity (owner retiring in the next 10 years)

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