Creditors' Rights Litigation Attorney

Jobot; Warwick (RI); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobot is seeking an experienced Creditors' Rights Litigation Attorney in Warwick, RI, for a hybrid, permanent role. The attorney will manage a high-volume caseload focused on creditors' rights, collections, enforcement actions, and foreclosure-related matters, from inception through resolution, with client-facing responsibilities.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years of litigation experience, strong advocacy skills, and the ability to work independently while collaborating with a team.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of litigation experience.
• Experience handling creditors' rights, collections, enforcement, or related civil litigation matters.
• Strong written and oral advocacy skills.
• Experience managing a high-volume caseload with substantial independence.
• Motion practice, discovery, and courtroom experience.
• Ability to prioritize competing deadlines and manage multiple matters simultaneously.
• Strong client communication and relationship management skills.
• Interest in expanding into foreclosure and related litigation areas preferred.
• Prior supervisory, mentoring, or team leadership experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage a litigation caseload involving creditors' rights, collections, enforcement, and related civil matters.
• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, discovery requests, and other legal documents.
• Handle court appearances, hearings, mediations, and settlement conferences.
• Develop case strategies and evaluate litigation risks and exposure.
• Communicate regularly with clients regarding case status, developments, and recommendations.
• Conduct legal research and provide practical legal guidance.
• Oversee case progression from intake through resolution.
• Collaborate with attorneys, paralegals, and support staff to ensure efficient case management.
• Assist with foreclosure and default-related litigation matters as needed.
• Maintain compliance with court rules, deadlines, and client requirements.

Skills

Advocacy

High-volume caseload

Client communication

Negotiation

Job description

Creditors' Rights Litigation Attorney

$120000 - $180000 per year | Warwick, RI | Hybrid | Permanent

High-Volume Litigation. Meaningful Responsibility. Long-Term Growth.

A bit about us:

We are a multi-office law firm focused on helping institutional and business clients navigate complex matters involving real estate, financial services, creditor rights, litigation, and related regulatory issues. Our team combines legal knowledge with a practical, solutions-oriented approach, allowing us to manage high-volume matters while maintaining strong attention to detail and client service. We work closely with clients to understand their objectives, communicate clearly throughout the life of a matter, and adapt to evolving legal and business challenges. Our attorneys and professional staff collaborate across practice areas to deliver efficient, thoughtful representation and long-term value to the organizations we serve.

Why join us?

We offer an environment where attorneys have the opportunity to build meaningful experience, take ownership of their work, and contribute to matters that have a direct impact on client outcomes. We believe strong legal work comes from collaboration, accessibility, and a commitment to professional growth. Team members benefit from working alongside experienced practitioners, gaining exposure to a wide variety of matters, and developing skills that support long-term career advancement. We value responsiveness, efficiency, and practical problem-solving, while also recognizing the importance of creating a workplace where individuals can grow professionally and work effectively as part of a supportive team. Whether you are looking to deepen your experience or take the next step in your career, we provide a platform for continued development and success.

Job Details

We are seeking an experienced litigation attorney to join our growing practice focused on creditors' rights, collections, enforcement actions, foreclosure-related matters, and other default servicing litigation. This role offers the opportunity to manage an active caseload from inception through resolution while working closely with clients and internal teams in a fast-paced environment.

We are looking for someone who is comfortable handling a high volume of matters, enjoys taking ownership of their cases, and has experience navigating court proceedings, motion practice, negotiations, and dispute resolution. Attorneys with a strong creditors' rights background who are interested in broadening their practice into related areas will find significant opportunities for professional development.

Responsibilities

• Manage a litigation caseload involving creditors' rights, collections, enforcement, and related civil matters
• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, discovery requests, and other legal documents
• Handle court appearances, hearings, mediations, and settlement conferences
• Develop case strategies and evaluate litigation risks and exposure
• Communicate regularly with clients regarding case status, developments, and recommendations
• Conduct legal research and provide practical legal guidance
• Oversee case progression from intake through resolution
• Collaborate with attorneys, paralegals, and support staff to ensure efficient case management
• Assist with foreclosure and default-related litigation matters as needed
• Maintain compliance with court rules, deadlines, and client requirements

Qualifications

• 5+ years of litigation experience
• Experience handling creditors' rights, collections, commercial recovery, enforcement, or related civil litigation matters
• Strong written and oral advocacy skills
• Experience managing a high-volume caseload with substantial independence
• Motion practice, discovery, and courtroom experience
• Ability to prioritize competing deadlines and manage multiple matters simultaneously
• Strong client communication and relationship management skills
• Interest in expanding practice experience into foreclosure and related litigation areas preferred
• Prior supervisory, mentoring, or team leadership experience is a plus

Requirements

• Active admission to the Rhode Island Bar required
• Additional bar admissions are highly preferred
• Ability to independently manage litigation matters from inception through resolution
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Proficiency in legal research, drafting, and case management technologies
• Commitment to professionalism, responsiveness, and client service

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