In-House Litigation Attorney

Orion Placement; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Hybrid flexibility

Life insurance

Disability coverage

Job summary

Orion Placement in the Atlanta area is seeking an experienced in-house litigator to own disputes from initial escalation through resolution, including customer non-payment, contract enforcement, and fee recovery. You will work closely with Finance, Operations, and executive leadership to shape outcomes and drive recoveries.

Develop practical strategies, coordinate with outside counsel when needed, and help build scalable internal processes while enjoying comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school.
• Active bar admission in at least one U.S. jurisdiction.
• 3+ years of relevant litigation, arbitration, mediation, or dispute resolution experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead disputes involving customer non-payment, contract enforcement, fee recovery, and commercial matters from initial escalation through resolution.
• Develop practical litigation and dispute resolution strategies balancing recovery, risk, cost, and business objectives.
• Handle arbitration, mediation, negotiation, and litigation matters while coordinating with outside counsel when needed.
• Draft demand letters, pleadings, settlement agreements, legal correspondence, and other dispute-related documents.
• Negotiate settlements designed to maximize recovery while controlling legal expense and exposure.
• Build and refine internal escalation, enforcement, collections, and dispute management processes.
• Track recovery results, matter timelines, legal spend, and other key performance metrics.
• Partner with Finance, Operations, and Executive Leadership on cash flow, collections, and risk management priorities.
• Expand internal legal capabilities and reduce unnecessary dependence on outside counsel.

Skills

Litigation

Contract enforcement

Negotiation

Dispute resolution

Legal drafting

Education

J.D. from an accredited law school

Job description

• Take ownership of high-impact litigation, arbitration, mediation, contract enforcement, and dispute resolution matters.
• Join a growing in-house legal function where your decisions directly influence recoveries, cash flow, and business outcomes.
• Work closely with Finance, Operations, and Executive Leadership on matters that directly affect the business.
• Help build and improve internal legal processes while reducing reliance on outside counsel.
• Gain meaningful autonomy in settlement strategy, negotiations, and dispute management.
• Enjoy comprehensive benefits, professional development, and flexibility for the right candidate.

Location

Atlanta Metropolitan Area. We prefer someone who can work primarily on-site with our Atlanta team, although hybrid flexibility may be available for the right candidate.

Note:

Candidates should have 3+ years of directly relevant litigation, arbitration, mediation, or dispute resolution experience, along with a J.D. and active U.S. bar admission. Experience with contract enforcement, commercial disputes, customer non-payment, fee recovery, and settlement negotiations is especially valuable. New York or Florida bar admission is strongly preferred, with both being a plus.

About Us

We are a growth-focused organization that helps businesses navigate complex financial programs and access opportunities that support their long-term success. Our team combines strong business execution with a commitment to helping entrepreneurs grow, and we are expanding our in-house legal capabilities to support that mission. Confidential Employer.

Job Description

• Lead disputes involving customer non-payment, contract enforcement, fee recovery, and commercial matters from initial escalation through resolution.
• Develop practical litigation and dispute resolution strategies that balance recovery, risk, cost, and business objectives.
• Handle arbitration, mediation, negotiation, and litigation matters while coordinating with outside counsel when needed.
• Draft demand letters, pleadings, settlement agreements, legal correspondence, and other dispute-related documents.
• Negotiate settlements designed to maximize recovery while controlling legal expense and exposure.
• Build and refine internal escalation, enforcement, collections, and dispute management processes.
• Track recovery results, matter timelines, legal spend, and other key performance metrics.
• Partner with Finance, Operations, and Executive Leadership on cash flow, collections, and risk management priorities.
• Expand internal legal capabilities and reduce unnecessary dependence on outside counsel.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school.
• Active bar admission in at least one U.S. jurisdiction.
• 3+ years of relevant litigation, arbitration, mediation, or dispute resolution experience.
• Strong commercial litigation and contract enforcement experience preferred.
• Excellent legal drafting, negotiation, research, and settlement skills.
• Demonstrated ability to independently manage disputes from initiation through resolution.
• Business-oriented approach with strong judgment and practical problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple active matters in a fast-paced environment.
• New York or Florida bar admission preferred, with both being a strong plus.
• In-house, collections, financial services, SaaS, fintech, real estate, or professional services experience is a plus.

Why You Will Love Working Here

• High-visibility role with meaningful ownership and direct business impact.
• Opportunity to shape and strengthen an expanding in-house legal function.
• Close collaboration with senior leadership and cross-functional teams.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Paid time off and holiday pay.
• Life insurance and short-term and long-term disability coverage.
• Health savings account and employee assistance program.
• Hybrid flexibility may be available for the right candidate.