Associate Attorney

Howard Law Group; Boca Raton (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision benefits

401(k)

Paid time off and firm holidays

Hands-on training and mentorship

Opportunities for advancement

Job summary

Howard Law, P.A. is seeking an Associate Attorney – Foreclosure to join our Florida creditors’ rights practice, based in Boca Raton. The role focuses on foreclosure litigation and default servicing, with hands-on responsibility from referral through final disposition.

The ideal candidate is a Florida-licensed attorney with strong research and writing skills, capable of managing multiple files in a fast-paced environment and collaborating with paralegals and senior attorneys.

Qualifications

• Florida-licensed attorney with strong legal research and writing skills.
• Ability to manage multiple foreclosure matters in a high-volume practice.
• Experience or interest in creditors’ rights and foreclosure litigation.

Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of Florida foreclosure matters from referral through final disposition.
• Draft, review, and file complaints, motions, affidavits, and other pleadings.
• Conduct legal research and prepare memoranda on foreclosure and related issues.
• Appear at hearings, case management conferences, and mediations.
• Coordinate with paralegals and staff to ensure timely file progression.

Skills

Florida Bar in good standing

Legal research

Legal writing

Case management

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school

Tools

CaseAware

LPS

Job description

Practice Area: Creditors’ Rights / Foreclosure

Position Type: Full-Time

About Howard Law, P.A.

Howard Law, P.A. is a high-volume creditors’ rights and foreclosure law firm based in Boca Raton, Florida, with an active practice spanning Florida and Georgia. We represent mortgage servicers, institutional lenders, and investors across the full spectrum of default servicing matters, from referral through final disposition.

Our team operates in a fast-paced, technology-driven environment utilizing CaseAware, LPS, and industry-standard investor and servicer guidelines. We are committed to providing efficient, compliant, and results-oriented legal services while maintaining a collaborative and professional workplace.

Position Overview

Howard Law, P.A. is seeking an Associate Attorney – Foreclosure to join our growing creditors’ rights practice.

This is an excellent opportunity for a Florida-licensed attorney who wants to develop or expand their experience in foreclosure litigation and default servicing. The Associate Attorney will work closely with experienced attorneys, paralegals, and firm leadership while gaining hands‑on responsibility for foreclosure matters throughout the litigation lifecycle.

The ideal candidate is organized, responsive, detail-oriented, and comfortable working in a deadline‑driven, high‑volume environment. Prior foreclosure or creditors’ rights experience is preferred, but we will consider candidates with strong litigation fundamentals and an interest in developing a practice in this area.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and assist with a portfolio of Florida foreclosure matters from referral through final disposition under the guidance of senior attorneys and firm leadership.


• Draft, review, and file complaints, motions, affidavits, proposed orders, discovery, and other pleadings required throughout the foreclosure process.


• Conduct legal research and prepare memoranda regarding foreclosure, creditors’ rights, title, procedural, and litigation issues.


• Prepare for and appear at hearings, case management conferences, mediations, summary judgment hearings, and other court proceedings.


• Review borrower answers, affirmative defenses, discovery, and contested pleadings and assist in developing appropriate litigation strategies.


• Communicate professionally with clients, opposing counsel, borrowers’ counsel, court personnel, and other parties involved in assigned matters.


• Work closely with paralegals and support staff to ensure files progress accurately and within applicable court, client, investor, and servicer timelines.


• Review title reports and assist with resolving title defects and other issues affecting foreclosure proceedings.


• Assist with post‑judgment and post‑sale matters, including certificates of title, writs of possession, redemption issues, and related proceedings.


• Maintain accurate file documentation and complete required attorney tasks within CaseAware and applicable client systems.


• Assist with client reporting, escalated matters, quality‑control reviews, and file audits.


• Maintain compliance with applicable Florida law, court rules, federal servicing requirements, investor guidelines, and firm policies.


• As experience develops, assume increased responsibility for contested foreclosure litigation and independent management of assigned files.


• Assist with Georgia foreclosure matters where appropriate and based on licensure and experience.

Qualifications Required

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.


• Active Florida Bar license in good standing.


• Strong legal research, writing, analytical, and organizational skills.


• Working knowledge of the Florida Rules of Civil Procedure.


• Ability to manage multiple files, deadlines, and competing priorities in a high‑volume practice.


• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accurate, timely work.


• Professional written and verbal communication skills.


• Ability to work effectively with attorneys, paralegals, clients, and court personnel.


• Comfortable learning and working within case‑management and client‑reporting systems.

Preferred Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in foreclosure, creditors’ rights, real estate litigation, civil litigation, or a related practice area.


• Experience handling residential foreclosure matters in Florida.


• Familiarity with foreclosure pleadings, summary judgment practice, mediations, and contested matters.


• CaseAware experience.


• Familiarity with LPS, ICE/MSP, or similar mortgage servicing platforms.


• Experience working with mortgage servicers, institutional lenders, investors, or default servicing clients.


• Knowledge of FNMA, FHLMC, FHA, VA, or private‑label investor requirements.


• Experience with title issues, post‑judgment proceedings, writs of possession, or REO‑related matters.


• Georgia Bar admission or an interest in obtaining Georgia licensure is a plus.

What We’re Looking For

We are looking for an associate who takes ownership of their work and wants to grow into a strong foreclosure and creditors’ rights attorney. Successful candidates will be able to balance speed with accuracy, communicate effectively, and recognize when an issue requires escalation or additional legal analysis.

This position is well suited for an attorney who enjoys substantive legal work but also understands that successful default servicing requires disciplined file management, responsiveness, and consistent attention to client and court deadlines.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.


• Health, dental, and vision benefits.


• 401(k)


• Short Term Disability


• Long Term Disability


• Ancillary Benefits


• Paid time off and firm holidays.


• Hands‑on training and mentorship from experienced foreclosure attorneys.


• Opportunity for increased responsibility and advancement within a growing multi‑state practice.