Description:
Entry-Level Opportunity: This position is intended for attorneys with 0–2 years of experience.About Us:
Silverman Theologou LLP (STLLP) is a creditors' rights and business law firm focused primarily on commercial and consumer collections. The Firm is headquartered in North Bethesda, Maryland, with additional offices in Richmond, Virginia; Los Angeles, California; and Boca Raton, Florida.
Job Overview:
STLLP is seeking a Florida-barred Associate Attorney to join our Boca Raton office. This is an excellent opportunity for a newly admitted or early-career attorney interested in gaining practical experience in civil litigation, creditors' rights, negotiations, and case management.
The ideal candidate is organized, detail-oriented, and an effective written and verbal communicator. The attorney must be comfortable managing a high-volume caseload, balancing competing deadlines, negotiating settlements, and collaborating with attorneys and legal support staff.
Prior experience in civil litigation, creditors' rights, collections, or a law firm environment is preferred but not required. Training will be provided. Following the initial 120-day employment period, the attorney may be eligible for a hybrid work arrangement in accordance with Firm policy.
Responsibilities:
- Manage a high-volume caseload under the guidance of experienced attorneys.
- Review and draft pleadings, motions, briefs, correspondence, settlement agreements, and other legal documents.
- Represent clients at court hearings and other legal proceedings.
- Negotiate settlements and other resolutions consistent with client objectives and applicable law.
- Conduct legal research and remain current on relevant Florida laws, court rules, and procedures.
- Communicate professionally and effectively with clients, opposing counsel, court personnel, consumers, and colleagues.
- Monitor case activity and ensure that deadlines, client requirements, and internal procedures are followed.
- Collaborate with attorneys and legal support staff to move matters forward efficiently and accurately.
- Maintain compliance with all applicable legal, ethical, and professional requirements.
Qualifications:
- Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school.
- Active license to practice law in Florida and in good standing.
- Strong legal research, writing, communication, and negotiation skills.
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to independently manage competing priorities and deadlines.
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
- Prior experience in civil litigation, creditors' rights, collections, or a law firm environment is preferred but not required.
- Authorization to work in the United States.