Attorney
Professional Alternatives
San Juan, PR · Posted October 22, 2026
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About the job
Job ID#: 43299
Attorney – Bankruptcy & Student Loan Debt Relief (Relocation to San Juan, PR)
Full-time | Direct Hire | In-office (Hato Rey)
A rapidly growing consumer debt relief practice is hiring an Attorney to handle Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 bankruptcies, including related court appearances/hearings and some adversary proceedings tied to student loan relief (training/support provided). You’ll serve clients in multiple U.S. states (mainland). No Puerto Rico bar license required and you will not practice Puerto Rico law.
Responsibilities
Manage Chapter 7/13 matters and case workflow
Appear in hearings (often remote depending on jurisdiction)
Communicate directly with clients and guide them through the process
Requirements
Active bar license in at least one U.S. state (multi-state a plus)
Strong courtroom/appearance confidence and client communication skills
Self-starter comfortable in a fast-moving, entrepreneurial environment
Willing to relocate to San Juan, Puerto Rico
Comp & benefits
$100,000–$250,000 base (DOE) + bonus potential
Medical/dental/vision
Relocation assistance up to $10,000–$15,000
$10,000 moving bonus (tenure/repayment terms apply)
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