Associate Attorney needed for Atlanta office

Job Title:
Associate Attorney

Job Overview:
A prominent law firm based in Atlanta, GA, seeks an Associate Attorney to join their team. The ideal candidate will handle a caseload primarily focused on collection and litigation matters. This position requires someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, can manage high volumes of cases, and possesses strong communication and analytical skills.

Duties:

• Manage breach of contract and collection litigation cases, from demand through judgment.
• Represent clients at court hearings (both telephonic and in-person).
• Prepare and argue Motions for Summary Judgment.
• Oversee and maintain a caseload to meet client goals and expectations.
• Address escalated or time-sensitive matters as necessary.
• Take on additional duties or special projects as required.

Requirements:

• Juris Doctorate (J.D.) from an accredited law school.
• Licensed to practice law in the state of Georgia.
• Prior experience with the Fair Debt Collections Practices Act (FDCPA) and Article 9 of the Uniform Commercial Code (UCC) is a plus.

Education:

• Juris Doctorate (J.D.) from an accredited law school.

Certifications:

• Admission to the Georgia State Bar is required.

Skills:

• Excellent verbal and written communication abilities.
• Strong legal research skills, using both legal and non-legal resources.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Ability to effectively manage and prioritize a substantial caseload.
• Critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Detail-oriented and organized, able to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong work ethic, with attention to deadlines, time management, and attendance.

Job Location:
Atlanta, GA

Benefits:

• Company Paid Life and Disability Insurance plans.
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans with Prescription coverage.
• 401K Retirement Savings Plan.
• Flexible scheduling options (based on position requirements).
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) for full-time employees.
• Full remote work setup, including dual monitors, at no cost.
• Employee Assistance Program offering free 24/7 counseling services.
• Wellness programs and employee discounts.
• Learning and development opportunities for professional growth.

With their practice focused on providing superior representation to financial institutions including mortgage servicing concerns, institutional investors, and banks in restructuring, loss mitigation, mortgage defaults, home retention, and general real estate matters. Their Atlanta office is comprised of lawyers who are experts in managing real estate and mortgage default matters. This firm is known for providing the mortgage industry with detailed service, outstanding communication, and quality representation.