Associate Attorney needed for Boca Raton office

Job Title: Associate Attorney

Job Overview: A law firm in Boca Raton, FL, seeks an Associate Attorney to manage contested or litigated bankruptcy matters primarily. The candidate will draft and review all pleadings and claims filed, respond to objections and motions, attend hearings, and provide general bankruptcy inquiries.

Duties:

• Manage contested or litigated bankruptcy matters
• Draft and review all pleadings and claims filed in the particular matter
• Respond to objections and motions involving client rights
• Attend scheduled hearings
• Respond to general firm-wide bankruptcy inquiries
• Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements:

• Law degree - JD
• 1 year of bankruptcy and/or creditor’s rights experience
• Working knowledge of the Bankruptcy Code
• Experience representing creditors and/or debtors in Chapter 7, 11, and 13 bankruptcy cases
• Solid understanding of consumer loan documents
• Exceptional work ethic and a high degree of professionalism
• High level of attention to detail and organization
• Effective time management skills
• Excellent communication skills

Education and Certifications:

• Law degree - JD
• Admission to practice law in Florida
• Admission to the Federal Districts in Florida
• Familiarity with Florida bankruptcy courts, local rules, and court procedures
• Admissions in other jurisdictions (strong plus)

Skills:

• Advanced computer literacy
• Ability to learn and utilize different case management systems
• Familiarity with the CM/ECF filing system
• Multi-tasking ability and meeting strict deadlines

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.