Associate Attorney

Veneziano & Lighthall Attorneys At Law LLC.; Cincinnati (OH); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Veneziano & Lighthall Attorneys At Law LLC in Erlanger, Kentucky, is seeking an Associate Attorney for a full-time hybrid role. The position focuses on replevin and impound recovery, drafting and reviewing legal documents, and providing clear guidance to lender clients.

You will conduct research, develop case strategies, negotiate resolutions, and represent clients in court and communications. Collaboration with senior attorneys and staff is essential to improve workflows and maintain regulatory

Qualifications

• 2-4 years experience including familiarity with lender-focused, creditor rights practices and civil litigation.
• Ability to provide clear, practical Legal Advice to business clients, focused on risk mitigation and recovery strategies.
• Proficient Research skills, including case law, statutes, regulations, and procedural rules relevant to collateral recovery.
• Effective Negotiation skills for workouts, settlements, and resolutions with borrowers and other parties.
• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school and active bar admission in Ohio, Kentucky and Indiana (or eligibility for admission).
• Strong written and oral communication skills, with attention to detail in drafting pleadings, agreements, and correspondence.
• Ability to manage multiple cases simultaneously, maintain organized files, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Commitment to ethical practice, client service, and collaborative teamwork with attorneys and support staff.
• Prior experience in creditor’s rights, collections, or lender-side representation is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Drafting and reviewing legal documents related to replevin and impound recovery.
• Handling replevin and impound recovery matters and providing clear legal analysis to lender clients.
• Conducting legal research, preparing case strategies, negotiating resolutions.
• Representing clients’ interests in court and in communications with borrowers and other stakeholders.
• Collaborating closely with senior attorneys and staff to improve workflows and support portfolio performance.
• Ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations and maintaining accurate reporting.

Skills

Legal advice

Research skills

Negotiation

Written and oral communication

Case management

Teamwork

Ethical practice

Lender-focused creditor rights

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Bar admission in OH, KY, or IN (or eligibility)

Job description

Company Description

Veneziano & Lighthall Attorneys At Law LLC partners with lenders across the country to help them recover collateral when internal recovery efforts are no longer effective. The firm focuses on building long-term business relationships, offering strategic legal support throughout the replevin and impound recovery process. Led by Managing Member Frank Veneziano, the team brings over six years of experience collaborating with lenders to design workout opportunities and drive strong results. Although the firm is relatively new, it maintains a data-driven approach, tracking and reporting return on investment for every portfolio placed. This commitment to performance and transparency creates a results-oriented environment for legal professionals.

Role Description

The Associate Attorney will be a full-time, hybrid position with the office in Erlanger, Kentucky. Responsibilities include drafting and reviewing legal documents, handling replevin and impound recovery matters, and providing clear legal analysis and advice to lender clients. The role involves conducting legal research, preparing case strategies, negotiating resolutions, and representing clients’ interests in court and in communications with borrowers and other stakeholders. The Associate Attorney will collaborate closely with the senior attorneys and staff to improve workflows, support portfolio performance, and ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations. The position also requires consistent documentation, accurate reporting, and strong communication with clients regarding case status and outcomes.

Qualifications

• 2-4 years experience
• including familiarity with lender-focused, creditor rights practices and civil litigation.
• Ability to provide clear, practical Legal Advice to business clients, focused on risk mitigation and recovery strategies.
• Proficient Research skills, including case law, statutes, regulations, and procedural rules relevant to collateral recovery.
• Effective Negotiation skills for workouts, settlements, and resolutions with borrowers and other parties.
• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school and active bar admission in Ohio, Kentucky and Indiana (or eligibility for admission).
• Strong written and oral communication skills, with attention to detail in drafting pleadings, agreements, and correspondence.
• Ability to manage multiple cases simultaneously, maintain organized files, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Commitment to ethical practice, client service, and collaborative teamwork with attorneys and support staff.
• Prior experience in creditor’s rights, collections, or lender-side representation is preferred but not required.