Compensation: Salary or Hourly (Based on Experience
Hayt, Hayt & Landau, P.L. (HHL) is an established law firm in Florida and Georgia providing collection-related legal services to leading financial institutions and national companies. We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Associate Attorney to join our civil litigation team. This is an excellent opportunity for recent graduates or early-career attorneys to build practical legal skills, manage their own cases, and work with opposing counsel to negotiate resolutions. You’ll also gain exposure to court proceedings as part of your daily work in a supportive, team-oriented environment.
Responsibilities:
Draft and review pleadings, motions, and legal documents
Negotiate with opposing counsel to resolve cases
Communicate with courts, clients, and internal teams
Review cases for legal accuracy and compliance
Maintain accurate case updates in internal systems
Attend court hearings via Zoom as needed
Manage assigned caseloads and meet deadlines
Work closely with clerks and staff to move cases forward
Benefits:
Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
Eight paid holidays
Newly built office near major highways
Opportunity to grow consumer service and account management skills
Career growth opportunities within the firm
What We’re Looking For:
Licensed Attorney in the state of Georgia but work onsite in Florida
Strong communication (written and verbal) skills
Organized, detail-oriented, and deadline-driven
Ability to handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment
Professional and confident when resolving issues
Positive attitude and team-oriented mindset
Willingness to learn and grow
Job Requirements:
Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school
Active Florida Bar license (or pending results)
Interest in civil litigation preferred
Basic Microsoft Office skills (Word, Outlook, Excel)
Case management system experience is a plus
Background check, drug screen, soft credit check, and fingerprinting required