Associate Attorney - Collections Dept

Description:

Experience:
A Full Service Law Firm has been the default services and recovery leader for over 20 years. We have over 20 offices across nineteen states with highly qualified attorneys and professional staff providing full coverage and significant years of legal experience in each of our states.
Efficiency
It is our commitment to provide exemplary service to our clients with a comprehensive suite of practice area offerings. By utilizing A Full Service Law Firm, our clients gain the full benefit of our extensive regional coverage while experiencing that 'hands on' approach and physical presence in each individual state.
Integrity
The firm has demonstrated our ability to meet the most strict industry standards for handling default and collection related legal work. We maintain advanced levels of physical and data security that are integrated into our Compliance Division for quality control and audit review across all of our offices.
Description:
Our regional growing Creditors' Rights law firm is seeking an Associate Attorney to manage all legal processes from inception through post judgment remedies. The successful candidate will provide the highest quality legal representation, treat all customers with fairness and respect and have the ability to thrive in a fast paced, high-volume environment. We are looking for an Associate Attorney who demonstrates our core values: High quality work, Effective communication, and Ownership.

• Treats all customers with fairness and respect while creating fair payment solutions that fits their financial situation.
• Demonstrates exceptional legal research, writing and oral communication skills
• Handles caseload and provides expert analysis and advice on legal and regulatory risks.
• Negotiates with opposing counsel to achieve final resolution of cases.
• Travels to various courts within the state as legal representation in various legal proceeds and to attend court hearings.
• Works with the Managing Attorney to report all activity and results.

Position Requirements:

• Education: J.D. from accredited law school
• Bar Admission: GA member in good standing;
• Experience: At least 1-4 years of practice – civil litigation/trial experience, with preference given to candidates that possess experience in debt collection, foreclosure, FDCPA, RESPA, and TILA claims, as well as creditor rights generally
• Knowledge, skills, and abilities: Computer savvy and experience with the Microsoft Suite of programs; case management software; strong court room appearance; civil jury or non-jury trial experience; keen attention to detail; organized; ability to multi-task; outstanding time management skills; Skilled in the ability to analyze case law and provide recommendations; possess strong work ethic and willingness to be part of a team.

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