Description:
A Full-Service Creditors Rights Law Firm is an elite creditors' rights law firm that provides full service litigation in addition to comprehensive collection services. The Associate Attorney role provides the opportunity for the right candidate to immerse themselves in responsibilities for the Florida office. Our firm maintains a collegial work environment that prioritizes internal promotion, training, and professional development. We strive to see our employees grow!We are seeking 0 to 3 years legal experience (collections experience preferred but not required) and a candidate that can prioritize workloads to meet deadlines, exhibit meticulous attention to detail, produce accurate and high-quality work product in a fast-paced volume-based environment. The candidate must be able to work independently and possess strong interpersonal and analytical skills. Bar membership in Florida is required.
Job Responsibilities – in this role, you will…
- Assist with the firm's Florida practice
- Handle hearings in the state of Florida
- Monitor progress and develop strategies to bring files to resolution effectively and efficiently
- Provide comprehensive review of all conditions precedent to filing of the action, including review of documents, financials, notices and demand letters
- Draft and review pleadings and correspondence to initiate actions
- Ensure all internal systems are updated to include findings, documentation, and recommendations
- Exercise a high degree of confidentiality and professionalism
- Safeguard compliance with local, state, and federal foreclosure, bankruptcy, and collections requirements, as applicable
- Handle contested matters, including discovery and trials.
Requisite Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Intermediate to advanced-level computer and general office skills
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Ability to effectively communicate through both verbal and written electronic correspondence
- Demonstrated ability to analyze corrective action opportunities and present recommendations
- Meticulous analytical, organizational skills and attention to detail
- Ability to work independently
Required Education and Training
- Juris Doctor
- 0-3 years legal experience
- Bar membership in Florida