Attorney, Creditor's Rights (Entry-Level)

Job Description

Job Description

Attorney, Creditor's Rights (Entry-Level)

Louisville, KY | Full-Time | On-Site

Step into a high-volume creditor's rights practice with structured training, Kentucky court work in the Louisville metro and a clear path to grow into the role.

Partnering with a highly regarded creditor's rights organization, Protem Legal is looking for an entry-level Attorney for its Louisville team.

Why This Opportunity Stands Out

• True entry-level seat with training built in
• Kentucky courtroom experience across the Louisville metro
• Mix of negotiation, research, pleadings and hearings
• Medical, dental, vision, life, PTO, holidays and 401(k) with match
• Short- and long-term disability provided by the firm

About the Role

You'll join a high-volume creditor's rights practice as an entry-level attorney. The firm will train you for the role. You'll appear in person around the Louisville metro and handle telephonic or virtual appearances statewide, while negotiating resolutions, researching issues and drafting pleadings and settlement agreements.

What You'll Do

• Negotiate with opposing counsel to resolve cases
• Conduct legal research and analyze legal and regulatory risk
• Handle a caseload and report activity to the managing attorney
• Appear in court hearings and related proceedings in the Louisville metro (and as assigned)
• Treat consumers and defendants with fairness while building workable payment solutions
• Review and draft pleadings and settlement agreements

What We're Looking For

• J.D. from an accredited law school
• Active license to practice in Kentucky
• Working knowledge of applicable federal and state law
• Strong analysis, Microsoft Office, communication and time-management skills
• Willingness to learn and grow in a deadline-driven practice

Helpful Experience

• Spanish fluency
• Prior creditor's rights, bankruptcy or debtor-side experience
• Litigation experience

Work Environment

Full-time role based in Louisville, Kentucky, with in-person court appearances in the metro area and telephonic/virtual appearances statewide. Screening includes a criminal background check.

Compensation

Compensation: $72,000–$93,000 per year (adjusted from the posted $70,000–$90,000 range). Benefits include medical, dental and vision; life insurance; paid vacation, PTO and holidays; 401(k) with company match; and short- and long-term disability provided by the firm.

How to Apply

Apply confidentially through Protem Legal. We'll contact you before anything is shared with the firm.