Howard Law is seeking an experienced Georgia-licensed attorney to join our growing creditor-rights practice. This position offers an opportunity to play an important role in the continued growth of Howard Law’s Georgia practice. The ideal candidate is a career-oriented attorney with at least three years of relevant experience, preferably representing mortgage lenders, servicers, financial institutions, and other creditors in Georgia foreclosure matters. Experience with non-judicial foreclosure, judicial foreclosure, creditor-side bankruptcy, evictions, title matters, and related litigation is highly valued. The successful candidate will be comfortable managing a high-volume caseload, providing timely and accurate client reporting, and working both independently and collaboratively with attorneys, paralegals, clients, and firm leadership. Strong leadership, organizational, and client-service skills are preferred.
Key Responsibilities:
Manage Georgia foreclosure matters from referral through foreclosure sale and post-sale requirements.
Review title examinations, title reports, loan documents, assignments, security deeds, and other collateral documents to identify and resolve issues affecting foreclosure.
Review files for compliance with applicable Georgia foreclosure statutes, notice requirements, client guidelines, and investor requirements.
Prepare, review, and oversee statutory notices and documentation required for Georgia non-judicial foreclosure sales.
Handle or assist with judicial foreclosure proceedings when appropriate.
Address title issues, contested foreclosure matters, temporary restraining orders, objections, and other litigation-related matters.
Coordinate foreclosure matters affected by bankruptcy proceedings, including working with bankruptcy counsel when necessary.
Conduct legal research and prepare pleadings, motions, briefs, correspondence, and other legal documents.
Communicate professionally and effectively with clients, borrowers' counsel, courts, trustees, vendors, and other parties.
Attend hearings, conferences, mediations, and other court proceedings as required.
Maintain accurate and timely client and case-management system updates.
Ensure deadlines, client requirements, and internal quality-control standards are consistently met.
Assist with the continued development and growth of Howard Law’s Georgia foreclosure practice.
Minimum Qualifications:
Active and in good standing with the State Bar of Georgia.
Minimum of three years of relevant legal experience, with Georgia creditor-side foreclosure experience strongly preferred.
Knowledge of Georgia non-judicial foreclosure procedures and statutory requirements.
Judicial foreclosure experience is a plus.
Creditor-side bankruptcy, eviction, title, and/or real estate litigation experience is a plus.
Admission to practice in Florida or another state is a plus.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Strong legal research, analytical, and organizational skills.
Ability to independently prioritize and manage a high-volume caseload and multiple deadlines.
Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy and quality.
Professional, positive, collaborative, and growth-oriented approach.
Strong client-service skills and the ability to communicate effectively with institutional clients.
Leadership or management experience is strongly preferred.
About Howard LawFounded in 2009, Howard Law is a creditor-rights and real estate law firm representing mortgage lenders, servicers, investors, financial institutions, and other clients in matters involving mortgage foreclosure, creditor bankruptcy, real estate, evictions, title issues, and related litigation.
Our practice is built around three core principles: Communication, Quality, and Aggressive Litigation. We are committed to providing responsive, practical, and results-driven representation while maintaining high standards of professionalism and client service.
Howard Law is continuing to expand its Georgia creditor-rights and foreclosure practice, creating an excellent opportunity for an experienced Georgia attorney who wants to contribute to the growth of an established law firm.
Compensation & Benefits:
Salary is commensurate with experience.
Howard Law offers a competitive benefits package for eligible full-time employees, including:
- Medical insurance with employer contribution
- Dental and vision insurance
- Short-term and long-term disability coverage
- Life and AD&D insurance 401(k) retirement benefits
- Paid time off
- Additional voluntary benefits
- Firm-provided technology and equipment, as applicable
Howard Law is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
