Associate Attorney

About the Role

Represent institutional mortgage lenders and servicers in bankruptcy matters with a focus on protecting and enforcing secured-creditor rights in Chapters 7, 13, and 11. Provide end-to-end legal strategy across the lifecycle of a bankruptcy case, including proof of claim, motions for relief from stay, plan review and objection, loan modification and loss-mitigation oversight, and post-petition compliance. Advise clients on complex bankruptcy, servicing, and investor-guideline issues to ensure regulatory compliance, minimize financial risk, and maximize recoveries while maintaining borrower-facing and court-facing credibility.

Responsibilities

• Represent creditors in Florida Bankruptcy Courts
• Develop and execute legal strategies for bankruptcy cases
• File and manage proofs of claim and motions for relief from stay
• Review and object to bankruptcy plans
• Oversee loan modifications and loss-mitigation efforts
• Ensure post-petition compliance
• Analyze case law and provide recommendations
• Attend hearings and mediations throughout the State of Florida
• Manage a high case volume in a fast-paced environment
• Work a case file from start to finish

Requirements

• 2-3 years of experience as an Attorney in the Bankruptcy arena
• At least 1 year of experience representing creditors in Florida Bankruptcy Courts
• Active member of the Bar in good standing
• Juris Doctor from an accredited law school
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Proven ability to manage multiple responsibilities and prioritize tasks
• Knowledge of federal, state, and local laws and rules related to bankruptcy
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office products
• Legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship

Skills

• Analytical and critical thinking
• Superior organizational skills
• Attention to detail
• Problem identification and resolution
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
• Self-motivated and adaptable to change
• Team collaboration and individual responsibility
• Information gathering and analysis

Work Environment

Normal office working conditions, with quiet to moderate noise level within the work environment.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States now and in the future. The company does not provide visa sponsorship or any immigration support (including STEM OPT training plan) for this position.