Join Our Team of Exceptional Attorneys at Johnson Pope

Why Join Johnson Pope?

At Johnson Pope, we want you to feel like a part of the culture from day one. Whether you’re joining as a law clerk, attorney, or member of our administrative team, the message is clear – welcome to a firm that takes pride in our work at every level. Our home is Tampa Bay, and our three offices in Tampa, St. Petersburg, and Clearwater all collaborate to support the progressive and entrepreneurial culture we strive for. We share a common goal: to value our clients’ needs, support the community in which we live, work, and play, and provide all employees with a meaningful work/life balance.

Labor and Employment Law Attorney

Johnson Pope Bokor Ruppel & Burns, LLP is seeking an experienced attorney with 3-5 years of experience to join our Labor and Employment Practice. This position offers a meaningful opportunity to work closely with experienced partners on complex employment matters while developing significant responsibility in both employment counseling and litigation.

The ideal candidate will have experience advising employers on workplace compliance issues and handling employment-related disputes. This role provides exposure to a broad range of employment matters, including litigation, workplace investigations, and day-to-day counseling for employers.

This is an excellent opportunity for an attorney seeking substantive responsibility, direct client interaction, and long-term professional growth within a collaborative and entrepreneurial practice.

Position Overview:

Johnson Pope offers a supportive and collaborative environment where attorneys are encouraged to take ownership of their work while receiving direct mentorship. You will work closely with an experienced senior attorney on significant cases, gain exposure to a wide range of employment law matters, and continue building your litigation skills.

The firm values professionalism, client advocacy, and balance. Team members benefit from a collegial culture, opportunities for growth, and the ability to make a meaningful impact while advancing their careers.

Key Responsibilities:

Advise and counsel employers on federal, state, and local employment laws and workplace compliance matters.
Represent employers in employment-related litigation in state and federal courts.
Manage litigation tasks including drafting pleadings, motions, discovery requests and responses.
Conduct legal research and prepare memoranda, briefs, and other litigation documents.
Take and defend depositions, participate in hearings, and assist with trial preparation.
Prepare position statements and respond to administrative charges before local, state, and federal agencies such as the EEOC.
Conduct workplace investigations involving discrimination, harassment, and other employee complaints.
Draft and review employee handbooks, workplace policies, employment agreements, restrictive covenants, and separation agreements.
Assist clients with wage and hour compliance and wage and hour litigation.
Provide practical day-to-day guidance to employers regarding employee relations and risk mitigation.
Collaborate closely with partners and communicate directly with clients on active matters.

Qualifications:

3-5 years of experience practicing labor and employment law.
Experience handling employment litigation and employment counseling for employers.
Working knowledge of key state and federal employment laws.
Experience responding to administrative charges (EEOC or similar agencies) preferred.
Strong legal research, analytical, and writing skills.
Ability to manage multiple matters and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Excellent interpersonal and client communication skills.
Active membership in good standing with The Florida Bar.

Office Location: Clearwater, FL

Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employees may perform other related duties as required to meet the ongoing needs of the Firm.

Equal Opportunity Employment:

Johnson Pope Bokor Ruppel & Burns, LLP is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment and do not discriminate on the basis of an applicant’s or employee’s race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, citizenship, ancestry, pregnancy, familial status, actual or perceived status as a victim of domestic violence, dating violence, or stalking, or any other legally protected status entitled to protection under federal, state, or local anti-discrimination laws, including applicable laws in Florida. We also provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).

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Senior Commercial Real Estate Attorney

Johnson Pope Bokor Ruppel & Burns, LLP is seeking an experienced 4–6-year associate to join its Commercial Real Estate Practice in Tampa.

Position Overview:

The ideal candidate will have substantial experience handling sophisticated commercial real estate transactions and will be comfortable playing a key role in supporting and executing complex deals within a collaborative team structure.

This position offers the opportunity to work on complex, high-value transactions within a collegial and collaborative practice.

Key Responsibilities:

Qualified applicants must have experience working both independently and as part of a deal team on transactions including:

Commercial real estate acquisitions and dispositions
Development, finance, and regulatory issues
Joint venture and development agreements
Multifamily projects
Commercial Leases

Candidates should have strong drafting and analytical skills, excellent attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple components of transactions efficiently from inception through closing.

The role requires sound business judgment, strong written and verbal communication skills, and the ability to work effectively within a team-driven environment.