Job Title: Associate Attorney (Foreclosure & Creditors' Rights)Vendor Fee - 4 %
Location: Fort Lauderdale, Florida, United States
Industry: Legal Services (Real Estate/Financial)
Salary: $80,000 - $100,000 / year
Employment Type: Full-Time / Permanent
Work Arrangement: Hybrid-Remote (Must reside in the Fort Lauderdale area)
POSITION SUMMARY We are seeking a motivated Associate Attorney to join our growing legal team. This role focuses on high-volume creditors' rights and foreclosure litigation, managing legal matters from inception through post-judgment remedies. This is an excellent opportunity for early-career attorneys to gain significant litigation and courtroom experience in a fast-paced environment.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES - Case Management: Manage high-volume foreclosure litigation cases from referral to resolution, including handling complex contested matters.
- Courtroom Advocacy: Represent clients in hearings, mediations, and depositions. (Position requires travel to Florida courts as necessary).
- Legal Drafting & Strategy: Draft pleadings, motions, and legal filings. Negotiate with opposing counsel to achieve favorable resolutions.
- Client Relations: Maintain proactive communication with clients regarding case status, litigation strategy, and risk assessment.
- Pipeline Management: Partner with internal teams to ensure all cases progress in compliance with client and court requirements.
REQUIREMENTS - Education: Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
- Licensure: Must be an active member in good standing with The Florida Bar.
- Experience: 0-3 years of experience in civil litigation, bankruptcy, or collections.
- Residency: Must reside in or near the Fort Lauderdale, FL area.
- Core Competencies: * Strong courtroom presence and confidence in handling contested litigation.
- Excellent legal writing, analytical, and oral advocacy skills.
- Ability to manage high-volume caseloads in a fast-paced environment.
- Exceptional attention to detail and ability to meet strict court deadlines.
WHY JOIN THE TEAM? - Competitive base salary ($80k - $100k).
- Hybrid-remote work flexibility.
- Comprehensive benefits: 401(k) matching, health/dental/vision insurance, and PTO.
- Strong professional growth potential and exposure to high-volume litigation practice.