Associate Attorney (Remote)

Description:

Purpose:
The law firm of A National Footprint Law Firm has an immediate need for an Associate Attorney. The Associate Attorney will be working on collection and litigation matters. We are looking for a self-starter who is comfortable working with a high volume caseload and possesses excellent written, analytical, and oral advocacy skills.
Specific Duties and Responsibilities:

• Handle breach of contract and collection litigation matters from demand through judgment.
• Attend court hearings (both telephonic and in person).
• Prepare and argue Motions for Summary Judgment.
• Manage assigned case load in manner that meets goals and client expectations.
• Handle escalated and time sensitive matters as needed.
• Other duties and special projects as needed.

Job Requirements:

• Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school
• Admission to practice law in the state of California; multi jurisdiction in the states of AZ, CA, NV, and FL admission preferred but not required
• Experience with the Fair Debt Collections Practices Act (“FDCPA”) and Article 9 of the Uniform Commercial Code (“UCC”) a plus but not required

General Competencies:

• Must have excellent communication skills both verbal and written
• Excellent research skills including use of legal and non-legal sources
• Proficient in software tools including but not limited to Word, Excel, Outlook
• Ability to manage and prioritize large caseload
• Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner
• Conscientious with respect to work completion, deadlines, time management and attendance
• Analytical and detail oriented while working at a fast pace
• Excellent problem solving and organizational skills
• Overall good work ethic and willingness to adapt to change
  

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