FL - IN-HOUSE COUNSEL (WEST PALM BEACH, FL)
West Palm Beach, FL
Part Time
Entry Level
IN-HOUSE COUNSEL (WEST PALM BEACH, FL)
SALARY RANGE: $90,000 – $100,000 ANNUALLY
SCHEDULE: FULL-TIME, ON-SITE (REQUIRED)
START DATE: IMMEDIATE
INTRODUCTION:
A & Associates is a reputable staffing agency with a proven track record in screening and recruiting as well as job placement and career development. With more than twenty (20) offices throughout the United States, A & Associates is a company that can be trusted to provide a diverse level of services with excellence, diligence and integrity. “Quality In Everything We Do” is far more than our mantra, it is our standard. Explore a career with A & Associates, one of the leading providers for temporary, temp-to-hire, permanent placement services and security guard services.
OVERVIEW:
A & Associates, Inc. (A&A) is a national workforce solutions provider delivering temporary staffing, security services, and project-based personnel to private clients, major event venues, government agencies, and public infrastructure partners. As our Florida operations continue to expand, we are hiring an In-House Counsel to serve as our primary legal representative for matters originating in the state, with a specific focus on claims, litigation coordination, risk management, and contract advisory work related to staffing and security services.
This is not a trial litigation role. Instead, the In-House Counsel will serve as our internal legal executive for Florida, managing legal exposure, coordinating with outside counsel, and participating in hearings or mediations when needed. The ideal candidate will have strong legal judgment, solid litigation awareness, and the ability to oversee high-volume matters across employment, security operations, negligence, and contractual risk.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
The position is focused on managing Florida-based legal matters and supporting the organization’s operational readiness. While outside counsel leads litigation, the In-House Counsel ensures accurate internal coordination, risk response, and legal strategy alignment.
CLAIMS AND LITIGATION OVERSIGHT
COURT APPEARANCES AND LEGAL REPRESENTATION
OPERATIONAL RISK AND CONTRACT SUPPORT
INTERNAL LEGAL INFRASTRUCTURE
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
COMPENSATION:
Annual salary range of $90,000 to $100,000, based on experience and credentials. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, recognized holidays, and long-term career development opportunities within the A&A network.
HOW TO APPLY:
Send your resume and a cover letter outlining your legal experience with employment law, negligence claims, and contract review to [email protected]. Applications without a cover letter will not be considered.
EEO STATEMENT
A & Associates, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
SALARY RANGE: $90,000 – $100,000 ANNUALLY
SCHEDULE: FULL-TIME, ON-SITE (REQUIRED)
START DATE: IMMEDIATE
INTRODUCTION:
A & Associates is a reputable staffing agency with a proven track record in screening and recruiting as well as job placement and career development. With more than twenty (20) offices throughout the United States, A & Associates is a company that can be trusted to provide a diverse level of services with excellence, diligence and integrity. “Quality In Everything We Do” is far more than our mantra, it is our standard. Explore a career with A & Associates, one of the leading providers for temporary, temp-to-hire, permanent placement services and security guard services.
OVERVIEW:
A & Associates, Inc. (A&A) is a national workforce solutions provider delivering temporary staffing, security services, and project-based personnel to private clients, major event venues, government agencies, and public infrastructure partners. As our Florida operations continue to expand, we are hiring an In-House Counsel to serve as our primary legal representative for matters originating in the state, with a specific focus on claims, litigation coordination, risk management, and contract advisory work related to staffing and security services.
This is not a trial litigation role. Instead, the In-House Counsel will serve as our internal legal executive for Florida, managing legal exposure, coordinating with outside counsel, and participating in hearings or mediations when needed. The ideal candidate will have strong legal judgment, solid litigation awareness, and the ability to oversee high-volume matters across employment, security operations, negligence, and contractual risk.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
The position is focused on managing Florida-based legal matters and supporting the organization’s operational readiness. While outside counsel leads litigation, the In-House Counsel ensures accurate internal coordination, risk response, and legal strategy alignment.
CLAIMS AND LITIGATION OVERSIGHT
- Oversee all active litigation, pre-litigation claims, and legal demands arising in Florida
- Coordinate internal responses to employment law matters, including FLSA claims, unpaid wage allegations, and workplace disputes
- Review and support strategies for negligence claims involving security staff, event services, or jobsite incidents
- Respond to tenders of defense and interpret indemnity clauses in subcontractor, staffing, or client agreements
- Act as the main liaison with insurance carriers and external legal counsel for litigation management
- Maintain detailed summaries of legal matters, identify liability risks, and develop internal documentation to support defense
- Assist with discovery, fact-finding, and internal coordination during legal proceedings
COURT APPEARANCES AND LEGAL REPRESENTATION
- Represent A&A at administrative hearings, pre-trial proceedings, and mediations when appropriate
- Prepare and support staff members or executives who may be required to give statements, testimony, or declarations
- Participate in resolution discussions or legal conferences when requested by counsel or the executive team
OPERATIONAL RISK AND CONTRACT SUPPORT
- Provide internal counsel on legal risks, incident documentation, and case preparation workflows
- Review contract terms and flag issues in service agreements, subcontractor MOUs, and staffing arrangements
- Collaborate with Operations, HR, Payroll, and Risk teams to validate documentation, collect supporting materials, and align on case strategies
- Maintain organized legal files for pleadings, settlement documents, indemnification tracking, and hearing calendars
INTERNAL LEGAL INFRASTRUCTURE
- Maintain a master legal calendar of Florida cases, court appearances, deadlines, and internal milestones
- Deliver regular updates to executive leadership with recommendations for legal strategy or operational changes
- Draft internal memoranda, legal correspondence, and factual statements in support of case files or outside counsel
- Develop internal protocols and response checklists to improve readiness and mitigate future exposure
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school
- Licensed and in good standing with the Florida Bar
- 1–3 years of experience in labor and employment law, commercial liability, or related fields
- Ability to appear in Florida courts for pre-trial and administrative matters
- Strong writing and communication skills, with the ability to explain legal issues clearly to operational teams
- Capable of managing multiple legal matters with consistency, urgency, and accuracy
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- In-house or consulting experience supporting labor-heavy industries such as staffing, events, or facility services
- Strong knowledge of FLSA, indemnity enforcement, injury-related liability claims, and defense coordination
- Experience interpreting and enforcing subcontractor agreements, especially with public or municipal clients
- Familiarity with claims involving injuries at construction sites, public venues, or security assignments
- Prior handling of government contracts and understanding of insurance requirements, claim filings, and indemnification obligations
- Experience coordinating sworn testimony, fact-gathering, and internal investigations
- Understanding of HR and operational workflows for documenting employment and incident data
COMPENSATION:
Annual salary range of $90,000 to $100,000, based on experience and credentials. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, recognized holidays, and long-term career development opportunities within the A&A network.
HOW TO APPLY:
Send your resume and a cover letter outlining your legal experience with employment law, negligence claims, and contract review to [email protected]. Applications without a cover letter will not be considered.
EEO STATEMENT
A & Associates, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
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