Attorney - Creditor Rights

Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd; Greenville (SC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd in Greenville, South Carolina, is seeking an Associate Attorney for its Financial Services/Creditor Rights group. This role offers a competitive salary and benefits, along with a clear path for advancement in a supportive environment.

The successful candidate will manage cases, gain courtroom experience, and receive mentorship from seasoned attorneys. Requirements include a J.D. from an accredited institution and a license to practice in South Carolina, with a preference for 2-4 years of relevant experience.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school.
• Licensed and in good standing to practice law in South Carolina.
• 2-4 years of experience in creditor rights or financial services litigation.
• Strong litigation, research, writing, and oral advocacy skills.

Responsibilities

• Independently manage a diverse caseload with direct client contact.
• Draft and argue motions, attend hearings, and appear in courts.
• Provide strategic advice on creditor rights issues.
• Collaborate with senior attorneys on complex matters.

Skills

Litigation

Research

Writing

Oral Advocacy

Client Management

Education

J.D. from an accredited law school

Licensed to practice law in South Carolina

Job description

Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd, P.A. With more than 110 attorneys, we encompass a broad spectrum of transactional and litigation practice areas for large corporations, small businesses, and governmental entities.

We currently have an opening in our Greenville office for an Associate Attorney in the Financial Services/Creditor Rights practice group. We offer a competitive salary and benefits package in a professional, congenial work environment with a clear path for advancement.

This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated attorney to grow within a team that represents regional and national financial institutions, lenders, and property owners in a broad range of creditor rights matters. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to take on meaningful responsibility early, manage cases directly, gain significant courtroom experience and mentorship from experienced practitioners with deep industry knowledge.

Practice Areas Include:

• Bankruptcy: motion practice, adversary proceedings, hearings, and claim enforcement.
• Foreclosure: residential and commercial foreclosures from initiation through judgment and sale.
• Collections: prosecution of collection actions, judgment enforcement, and related litigation.
• LandlordTenant: representation of landlords in both residential and commercial disputes.

Responsibilities:

• Independently manage a diverse caseload with direct client contact.
• Draft and argue motions, attend hearings, and appear in state and federal courts.
• Provide strategic advice to clients on creditor rights issues and compliance considerations.
• Collaborate with senior attorneys on complex matters and contribute to business development efforts.

Qualifications:

• J.D. from an accredited law school.
• Licensed and in good standing to practice law in South Carolina (federal admissions preferred).
• 24 years of experience in creditor rights, financial services litigation, or related areas.
• Strong litigation, research, writing, and oral advocacy skills.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple matters efficiently and effectively.