In-House Litigation Staff Attorney

In-House

Odessa, FL

In-House Litigation Staff Attorney

Attorney

Full-time

No

Internal Job Title: In-House Litigation Staff Attorney (Florida)                                                    FLSA Status: Salary

Department/Reports to: General Counsel and Legal Department Manager

Position Overview:

We are seeking an experienced In-House Litigation Staff Attorney with a strong background in collections and creditor's rights to join our legal team. The attorney selected for this position will be responsible for handling litigation matters involving the company in the state of Florida, including pursuing collections actions and defending against claims, with a primary focus on creditor's rights. The ideal candidate will have prior litigation experience, a proven track record of representing creditors in a law firm or in-house setting, excellent advocacy skills, and the ability to manage cases from inception through resolution.

Key Responsibilities:

• Work closely with the Company’s General Counsel, Legal Department Manager, and internal business and legal team to develop and implement legal strategies to protect the company’s interests, assess and minimize risk, provide legal guidance on Florida matters, and manage outside counsel when necessary.
• Represent the company in pre-suit and litigation matters filed on behalf of the company in Florida state and federal courts, including breach of contract cases arising from non-payment on accounts. In conjunction with the General Counsel, the employee will also represent the company in defense of claims filed against the company, occasionally collaborating with outside legal counsel on a successful defense strategy.
• Handle all aspects of litigation, including pleadings, discovery, motions, depositions, hearings, trials, and appeals, as well as settlement negotiations.
• Negotiate payment arrangements and settlements and participate in alternative dispute resolution processes.
• Oversee the enforcement of judgments in Florida, including coordinating with internal teams and external parties to ensure the successful collection of awarded amounts and managing post-judgment remedies.
• Oversee Florida bankruptcy, foreclosure and probate proceedings in which the Company has an interest at stake.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, and company policies, and provide guidance on Florida related regulatory and compliance related matters as requested.
• Maintain detailed case files and provide regular updates to senior leadership.

Qualifications:

• Juris Doctor (.) from an accredited law school.
• Licensed to practice law in Florida state courts and in good standing with the Florida Bar. Admission to practice law in other states is a plus, but not required.
• 1-3 years of litigation experience in Florida courts, preferably including a background in collections, consumer finance and creditor's rights, with experience handling litigation related to debt recovery, breach of contract, and enforcement of judgments.
• Prior in-house experience is a plus but not required.
• Strong written and oral advocacy skills.
• Strong research skills, with the ability to effectively communicate findings and proposed strategies.
• Ability to work independently and efficiently manage a caseload.
• Experience with assessing risk and developing litigation strategy based on the risk of litigation.
• Excellent negotiation skills and problem-solving abilities.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, and retirement options.
• Paid time off and flexible work arrangements.
• Opportunity for professional growth within a dynamic legal team.

Location:

• The company is based in Odessa, Florida. This position is primarily in office.
• Travel within the Tampa Bay region for court appearances and case management purposes is common, with occasional travel to other regions in Florida.

If you are a skilled litigator looking for an in-house role with a dynamic company, we encourage you to apply!