Litigation Attorney

Job Overview:
A law firm specializing in creditors’ rights law is seeking an experienced Litigation Attorney for its Florida office. This role offers the opportunity to take on significant responsibility, manage a variety of legal tasks, and contribute to the success of the Florida practice. The ideal candidate will have strong litigation and/or collections experience, be detail-oriented, and able to prioritize effectively in a high-volume environment. The firm values professional growth and internal promotion.

Location:

• Plantation, FL

Duties:

• Assist with managing the Florida practice
• Handle hearings and legal matters in the state of Florida
• Mentor and provide guidance to junior attorneys
• Monitor case progress and develop strategies for efficient resolution
• Review documents, financials, notices, and demand letters to ensure all conditions precedent are met before filing actions
• Draft and review pleadings and correspondence to initiate legal actions
• Ensure internal systems are updated with findings, documentation, and recommendations
• Maintain confidentiality and professionalism in all work
• Safeguard compliance with local, state, and federal foreclosure, bankruptcy, and collections requirements
• Handle contested matters, including discovery and trials

Requirements:

• 5-7 years of litigation or collections experience
• Ability to prioritize and manage deadlines in a high-volume environment
• Strong interpersonal and analytical skills
• Ability to work independently
• Bar membership in Florida

Education:

• Juris Doctor (JD)

Certifications:

• Bar membership in Florida (Required)

Skills:

• Intermediate to advanced computer and office skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to analyze corrective action opportunities and present recommendations
• Meticulous organizational and analytical skills
• Attention to detail
• Ability to work independently

Benefits:

• Compensation commensurate with experience
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Additional compensation and special consideration for candidates licensed in Florida, Georgia, North Carolina, Virginia, and/or Pennsylvania

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.