Description Brock & Scott, PLLC is a well-established, full-service law firm dedicated to providing high-quality legal representation with integrity, efficiency, and professionalism. With a strong presence across multiple states, the firm is committed to exceptional client service, industry expertise, and a collaborative environment that supports both client success and employee growth.
We are seeking a driven and detail-oriented Litigation Attorney to join our growing team. This role is ideal for an attorney who thrives in a fast-paced, high-volume environment and brings strong legal judgment and a strategic approach to foreclosure and creditors' rights litigation.
What You'll Do - Manage a high-volume foreclosure litigation caseload from referral through resolution, including contested matters.
- Prepare, review, and approve foreclosure-related pleadings, motions, discovery, and other litigation documents.
- Handle all aspects of contested litigation, including case strategy, issue spotting, risk assessment, and case progression.
- Represent clients in hearings, mediations, depositions, and other court appearances, both telephonic and in person.
- Draft and respond to substantive motions, discovery requests, objections, and other litigation-related filings.
- Review loan documents, title work, and chains of title to identify potential legal issues and ensure accuracy.
- Communicate with clients regarding case status, litigation strategy, risk assessment, and case developments.
- Collaborate with internal attorneys, paralegals, support teams, and management to ensure cases progress timely and in compliance with court and client requirements.
- Maintain compliance with court deadlines, procedural requirements, and client-specific expectations.
- Exercise independent judgment when addressing legal issues and navigating complex or ambiguous matters.
- Adapt to changes in laws, regulations, client requirements, and firm policies and procedures.
- Participate in special projects and perform additional duties as assigned.
Position Requirements What We're Looking For - Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
- Active member in good standing with The Florida Bar.
- Prior litigation experience preferred; foreclosure and/or creditors' rights experience strongly preferred.
- Ability to independently manage and prioritize a high-volume caseload in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong courtroom presence and confidence handling hearings, mediations, and contested matters.
- Excellent legal writing, analytical, and oral advocacy skills.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to effectively communicate with clients, courts, and internal teams.
- Demonstrated ability to assess legal issues, problem-solve, and make sound decisions in a timely manner.
- Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to effectively manage multiple deadlines and priorities.
- Ability to exercise sound independent judgment, including when navigating complex or ambiguous legal issues.
- Adaptability to changes in laws, regulations, client requirements, and firm policies and procedures.
- Commitment to producing high-quality work and providing exceptional client service.
Why Join Brock & Scott? At Brock & Scott, you'll have the opportunity to build your legal career with an established firm that values professionalism, collaboration, and continued growth. Our attorneys work alongside experienced legal and support teams while handling meaningful, challenging matters for clients across multiple jurisdictions. We foster an environment where strong performance, independent judgment, and a commitment to client service are recognized and supported.
Benefits Details: Brock & Scott, PLLC offers an attractive benefit package to full-time employees on the 1st of the following month of hire. The insurance portion includes medical, dental, voluntary life, voluntary vision, and critical illness, all at competitive rates. At the 90-day introductory period, the Firm also provides a basic life insurance policy in the amount of one time your annual salary (with a minimum of $25,000 and a maximum of $200,000.00) at no cost.
Full-time attorneys receive paid holidays, including six (6) firm-recognized holidays and one (1) Day of Observance, as well as a premium PTO package of 18 days per year. PTO accrues monthly and is credited on the 15th of each month, in accordance with firm policy. PTO benefits increase after 2 years of employment and again after 5 years of employment. After six months of service, employees over the age of 21 become eligible to participate in the firm's 401(k) plan at the beginning of the next quarter.
Geographic Eligibility: Applicants must currently reside within Brock & Scott, PLLC's geographic footprint. Eligible states include: AL, CT, FL, GA, IN, KY, ME, MD, MA, MI, NH, NJ, NC, OH, PA, RI, SC, TN, TX, VT, VA, and WV.
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Location Brock & Scott, PLLC - Ft. Lauderdale
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