Associate Attorney

Job Overview

A law firm seeks an Associate Attorney in Cocoa, FL. The role involves representing clients in debt collection and subrogation matters, ensuring successful recovery of outstanding debts. The candidate will handle complex litigation cases and possess strong negotiation skills.

Duties

• Appear for hearings, trials, and mediations.
• Represent clients in debt collection and subrogation matters.
• Conduct depositions and gather evidence.
• Conduct legal research and analysis.
• Draft and review legal documents.
• Manage a caseload and ensure deadlines are met.
• Collaborate with external parties to resolve disputes.
• Stay updated with changes in debt collection laws.
• Provide legal guidance to support staff.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the Florida state bar and good standing.
• Minimum of one year of experience in debt collection and subrogation.
• Valid Florida Driver's License.
• Knowledge of Florida and Federal Law.
• Strong knowledge of debtor and creditor rights.
• Proven experience in litigation from start to finish.
• Exceptional negotiation and conflict resolution skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• Ability to manage a high volume of cases and meet deadlines.
• Proficiency in legal research and drafting legal documents.
• Detail-oriented and highly organized.

Education

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

Certifications

• Admission to the Florida state bar.

Skills

• Strong negotiation and conflict resolution skills.
• Excellent communication abilities.
• Proficiency in legal research and drafting.
• Detail-oriented and organized.

Benefits

• Medical insurance with employer/employee shared cost.
• Employee-paid vision and dental insurance.
• Employee-paid AFLAC supplemental plans.
• Employer-paid life insurance of $20,000.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match up to 5%.
• Generous paid time off (PTO).
• 9 paid holidays annually.
• Volunteer time program for additional PTO.
• Employee assistance program (EAP).
• Employee discount programs.

This law firm is located in Cocoa, Florida and has over 30 years of experience. Clients always come first at this firm and are the top priority. This firm strives to understand the needs of each client and provide them with the best possible service to help reach their goals. This firm is a creditors' collection law firm that serves companies of all sizes. This firm uses the most up-to-date technology in order to best serve its clients. This firm promises quality, efficiency, and cost-effective services to each client.