Associate Attorney in Plantation, Florida at US DEFAULT GROUP, INC.

Robertson, Anschutz, Schneid, Crane & Partners, PLLC is a national law firm specializing in creditors’ rights and real estate law, offering employees the opportunity to work on high-impact legal matters in a fast-paced, collaborative environment with strong growth potential. RASCP fosters a collaborative, performance-driven culture where employees are empowered to take ownership of their work, contribute to meaningful client outcomes, and continuously develop their skills within a fast-paced, evolving legal environment. Employees benefit from exposure to complex, high-impact legal matters, creating opportunities for professional growth, specialization, and long-term career development in a dynamic and essential sector of the legal industry.

With a team of over 1,100 professionals operating across 20 states, RASCP has a strong reputation for delivering innovative, efficient, and results-driven legal solutions in areas including foreclosure, bankruptcy, litigation, compliance, and real estate matters. RASCP combines the resources and reach of a large organization with a client-focused, boutique-style approach, allowing teams to provide tailored solutions while maintaining strong attorney-client relationships.

Job Posting Title Associate Attorney - Plantation, Florida

Job Description

RAS LaVrar is a rapidly expanding creditors’ rights law firm servicing some of the largest financial institutions in the country. Our offices, home to hundreds of employees across seven states, work diligently to ensure our interests are in constant alignment with those of our clients. Our firm maintains a collegial work environment with opportunities for training and professional development. This is a high-volume and fast-paced practice that prides itself on efficiency and innovation.

Position Summary

The Associate Attorney (Florida) at RAS LaVrar is a pivotal member of our rapidly expanding creditors’ rights practice, focused on the efficient and compliant resolution of high-volume legal files. Reporting to the Managing Attorney, this role is responsible for the end-to-end management of cases, from the initial review of conditions precedent to the execution of contested trials and discovery. The position requires a candidate who can balance meticulous attention to detail with the speed necessary for a high-volume environment, ensuring that all legal strategies align with both client expectations and strict regulatory standards.

Responsibilities and Duties:

The following responsibilities are central to the role:

Litigation & Case Management

• Hearing Advocacy: Represent the firm’s interests by handling court hearings throughout the state of Florida.
• Trial & Contested Matters: Manage contested legal issues, including the drafting and oversight of discovery and representation of clients during trials.
• Resolution Strategy: Monitor file progress and develop effective strategies to bring cases to resolution efficiently while maintaining high-quality work products.
• Pleading Oversight: Draft and review pleadings, motions, and professional correspondence to initiate and advance legal actions.

Compliance & Document Review

• Conditions Precedent Review: Perform comprehensive audits of all conditions precedent to filing, including the scrutiny of financials, notices, demand letters, and supporting documentation.
• Regulatory Safeguarding: Ensure all actions remain in strict compliance with local, state, and federal requirements regarding collections.
• Data Integrity: Maintain and update internal systems with real-time findings, documentation, and strategic recommendations to ensure firm-wide transparency.

Professionalism & Collaboration

• Client & Court Liaison: Exhibit a high degree of professionalism and confidentiality when interacting with the judiciary, opposing counsel, and financial institution clients.
• Operational Alignment: Work independently while maintaining strong interpersonal communication to ensure internal systems reflect accurate case statuses.

Core Competencies & Required Skills:

The successful candidate will:

• Analytical Precision: Meticulous organizational skills with the ability to identify corrective action opportunities and present sound legal recommendations.
• High-Volume Efficiency: Demonstrated ability to prioritize heavy workloads and meet strict deadlines in a fast-paced, volume-based practice.
• Technical Literacy: Intermediate to advanced proficiency in general office software and legal case management systems.
• Professional Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to convey complex legal concepts clearly.
• Independent Problem-Solving: A self-starter capable of working with minimal supervision while maintaining a "zero-defect" standard for work product.

Educational/ Experience Qualification:

• Education: Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.
• Licensing: Active Bar membership in Florida is strictly required.
• Experience: 0–3 years of legal experience; prior experience in collections, foreclosure, or creditors’ rights is preferred but not required.
• Travel Requirements: Must be willing and able to travel extensively as needed throughout the state of Florida to attend in-person hearings, trials, and depositions as required by the court or client.
• Attributes: Strong interpersonal skills and a commitment to professional development within a collegial, high-volume environment.

Working Conditions:

• Onsite Position - Plantation, Florida
• Operates no tools, machines or equipment
• No significant lifting

Benefits:

• Paid time off
• Paid holidays
• 401K Plan
• Medical, dental, vision and supplemental health insurance plans
• Voluntary life insurance plan

RAS LAVRAR is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, age, national origin, religion, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetics, disability, protected veteran status or any other basis prohibited by law. We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace.