Associate Attorney needed for Atlanta office

A law firm in Atlanta is seeking an Associate Attorney to manage legal processes from inception through post-judgment remedies. The ideal candidate will provide high-quality legal representation, handle a high-volume caseload, and possess exceptional legal skills. The Associate Attorney will be responsible for managing all legal processes from inception through post-judgment remedies. They will provide top-quality legal representation, handle a high-volume caseload, and collaborate closely with the Managing Attorney.

Duties:

• Manage all legal processes from inception through post-judgment remedies, ensuring compliance with legal requirements.
• Provide high-quality legal representation and treat all customers with fairness and respect.
• Thrive in a fast-paced, high-volume environment by effectively managing caseloads and meeting deadlines.
• Maintain an active Georgia license and stay updated with legal regulations and practices.
• Conduct legal research, draft legal documents, and provide expert analysis and advice on legal and regulatory risks.
• Negotiate with opposing counsel to achieve final resolutions of cases.
• Travel to various courts within the state of Georgia as required for legal representation and court hearings.
• Collaborate with the Managing Attorney to report all activity and results.

Requirements:

• Juris Doctorate degree from an accredited law school with an active license to practice law in
• Georgia.
• 0-3 years of experience in bankruptcy/collection or civil law litigation, attending court proceedings, and associated regulations.
• A license to practice law in other states within the firm's footprint (NC, SC, TN, FL, VA, MD, MI, OH) is a plus.
• In-depth knowledge of Federal Debt Collection Law and State civil litigation laws.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Exemplary oral and written communication skills.
• Outstanding time management skills.

Experience:

0-3 years’ experience in bankruptcy/collection or civil law litigation, attending court proceedings, and associated regulations.

This firms Atlanta office represents clients in REO, closings, evictions, foreclosures, collections, bankruptcy, and litigation matters. They have 18 locations across seven states that are staffed with highly qualified legal professionals. They pride themselves on providing superior legal services with integrity and efficiency and they are structured to deliver confidential sound legal advice to their clients using various forms of cutting edge technology.