Litigation Attorney - Arbitration & Dispute Resolution

ERTC•Peachtree City, GA

4d•Hybrid

About The Position

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.

Requirements

Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school
Active bar admission in at least one U.S. jurisdiction (NY or Florida) (Both preferred)
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

Nice To Haves

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.

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