Bankruptcy Litigation Associate Attorney

A law firm in Boca Raton, FL, is seeking a Bankruptcy Litigation Associate Attorney with 3+ years of experience in bankruptcy practice. The ideal candidate will demonstrate exceptional organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to produce high-quality work in a fast-paced environment. Admission to the Florida State Bar and at least one federal/Bankruptcy jurisdiction is required. This role involves drafting and reviewing pleadings, attending court hearings, and ensuring compliance with foreclosure, bankruptcy, and collections requirements.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Organize and prioritize workloads to meet deadlines in a fast-paced volume-based environment.
• Produce accurate and high-quality work product with meticulous attention to detail.
• Work independently and exhibit strong interpersonal and analytical skills.
• Review bankruptcy cases and pleadings to determine the best course of action.
• Draft and review pleadings and correspondence to initiate and defend actions.
• Attend court hearings and communicate with opposing counsel.
• Update internal systems with findings, documentation, and recommendations.
• Safeguard compliance with local, state, and federal foreclosure, bankruptcy, and collections requirements.
• Utilize intermediate to advanced-level computer skills and demonstrate proficiency in general office tasks.
• Communicate effectively through verbal and written electronic correspondence.
• Analyze corrective action opportunities and present recommendations effectively.

Requirements:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.
• Bar membership in the State of Florida and at least one federal/Bankruptcy jurisdiction, with eligibility for admission to all FL federal/Bankruptcy jurisdictions.
• Familiarity with all chapters of the federal Bankruptcy Code and practice within FL BK courts.
• Working knowledge/understanding of secured real estate loans and other secured lending practices preferred.
• 3+ years of experience in bankruptcy practice.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism.

Education:

Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.

Certifications:

• Admission to the Florida State Bar.
• Admission to at least one federal/Bankruptcy jurisdiction, with eligibility for admission to all FL federal/Bankruptcy jurisdictions.

Skills:

• Strong organizational and prioritization skills.
• Meticulous attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Strong interpersonal and analytical skills.
• Proficiency in computer and office software.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to analyze situations and present recommendations effectively.

This Florida-based law firm is a full-service legal practice that provides specialized representation for the benefit of clients. They are known for handling cases on behalf of lien holders (both first & second), while dealing with all aspects of programs and products from its basic design or inception to its final acquisition or termination. The firm proactively focuses on default services and provides complete legal support to the mortgage servicing industry and the corporate or industrial property owners. The members of this firm have a complete range of knowledge and expertise in the areas of banking law, eviction, foreclosure, property management, REO closings, receiverships, bankruptcy, pre-Foreclosure Workout, creditors' rights, and title and closing services.