In-House Litigation Counsel

ERTC EXPRESS- Empowering Businesses, Securing Futures

About ERTC Express: ERTC Express partners with small businesses to maximize their eligibility for federal programs such as the Employee Retention Tax Credit (ERTC) and the FFCRA tax credit. We provide expert financial guidance to help our clients succeed while maintaining efficient financial operations.

Position Summary

 We are seeking an experienced Litigation Attorney to manage and lead the company’s dispute resolution and enforcement efforts, with a primary focus on arbitration, mediation, and litigation related to customer non-payment and contract enforcement.

This role will serve as the key member of the in-house legal function and will be responsible for driving favorable outcomes in disputes while balancing legal strategy, cost efficiency, and business objectives. The ideal candidate is a pragmatic legal professional with strong litigation instincts and a demonstrated ability to resolve and negotiate positive resolutions to matters efficiently and effectively.                                                

Key Responsibilities

      Manage disputes involving customer non-payment, contract enforcement, and fee recovery through negotiation, arbitration, mediation, and litigation

      Draft and oversee demand letters, pleadings, settlement agreements, and related legal documentation

      Represent the company in proceedings where permitted and coordinate closely with outside counsel as necessary

      Develop and execute dispute resolution strategies aligned with financial and operational goals

      Negotiate settlements that maximize recovery while minimizing legal risk and expense

      Establish and refine internal escalation, enforcement, and dispute management processes

      Monitor and report on recovery performance, cycle times, and legal spend

      Collaborate with Finance, Operations, and Executive Leadership to support cash flow and risk management objectives

      Reduce reliance on outside counsel by expanding in-house capabilities

Requirements

      Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school

      Active bar admission in Georgia

      5+ years of relevant experience in litigation, arbitration, mediation, or dispute resolution

      Litigation experience strongly preferred

      Demonstrated experience managing disputes from initiation through resolution

      Strong drafting, negotiation, and legal research skills

      Business-oriented mindset with the ability to balance legal rigor and commercial realities

      Proven ability to manage multiple matters simultaneously in a fast-paced environment

Preferred Experience

     Experience building or scaling in-house legal or collections functions

      Background in financial services, real estate, SaaS, fintech, or professional services

      Experience reducing legal spend while improving recovery outcomes

      Leadership experience managing paralegals, legal operations, or junior legal staff.

Benefits

      Remote within Georgia with required periodic attendance at our Peachtree City office and in-person court appearances, primarily in Gwinnett County

      Health insurance; Dental insurance; Employee assistance program; Health savings account

      Paid time off

      Vision insurance

      Paid Time Off

      Life Insurance

      Short Term Disability

      Long Term Disability

      Holiday Pay 

      Hybrid Flexibility

      Professional Development

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