Creditors' Rights Attorney

About the Role:
The Associate Litigation Attorney, also known as a Litigation Associate or Trial Attorney, is a mid-level legal professional responsible for managing complex litigation matters in federal and state courts. This role focuses on case strategy, motion practice, discovery, depositions, and trial preparation, with opportunities for courtroom appearances and client interaction. Ideal for attorneys seeking hands-on litigation experience, independent case management, and exposure to consumer law and regulatory matters.

Responsibilities:

• Manage a caseload of litigation matters from inception through resolution, including strategy development and case analysis
• Conduct written discovery, draft interrogatories and requests for production, and manage document review processes
• Take and defend depositions, including preparing witnesses and analyzing testimony
• Draft, file, and argue discovery motions, dispositive motions, and other pleadings in federal and state courts
• Represent clients in hearings, settlement conferences, mediations, and trial proceedings
• Evaluate cases for liability exposure, settlement value, and likelihood of success at trial or through dispositive motions
• Negotiate settlements with opposing counsel and participate in alternative dispute resolution processes
• Communicate effectively with clients, co-counsel, opposing counsel, and internal legal teams to ensure efficient case handling
• Develop an understanding of client operations to provide proactive legal guidance and mitigate litigation risk
• Travel as needed for court appearances, depositions, and client meetings

Qualifications:

• Juris Doctor from an accredited law school
• Active bar admission in at least one U.S. jurisdiction, such as California, Texas, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Louisiana, Minnesota, Missouri, or Nevada
• 5 to 10 years of litigation experience, including federal court practice and civil litigation procedures
• Strong experience with motion practice, discovery, depositions, and trial preparation
• Knowledge of consumer protection laws, including Fair Credit Reporting Act FCRA and related regulations
• Excellent legal research, writing, and analytical skills
• Strong verbal communication and courtroom advocacy abilities
• Ability to manage multiple cases in a fast-paced legal environment with minimal supervision
• High attention to detail and strong organizational skills

Desired Qualifications:

• Experience handling consumer law, regulatory compliance, or financial services litigation
• Proven ability to independently manage complex litigation files and meet deadlines
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to collaborate with cross-functional legal teams
• Experience with settlement negotiations and alternative dispute resolution strategies
• Demonstrated ability to work as a self-starter in a high-performance legal environment
• Interest in professional development, including legal writing, speaking engagements, or thought leadership opportunities