In House Counsel

Here at the White Family Dealerships, we believe our employees make our customers and dealerships successful! In business since 1914, our team has continued to grow while holding true to our family values of honesty, professionalism, and optimism.

Come join our team and work with a group of dedicated individuals.

SUMMARY

We are seeking an In-house Attorney for our financing arm, Sylvania Acceptance Corporation, which specializes in purchasing and servicing loans for the subprime and deep subprime markets. This position is responsible for overseeing asset recovery, collection activities, and providing leadership and guidance on all collection matters. 

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Ensure compliance with state and federal credit and collection rules and guidelines 
• Responsible for obtaining civil judgements in local courts and enforcing those judgements
• Coordinate with outside attorneys and attend legal proceedings when necessary
• Issuing and litigating information subpoenas
• Signing attorney letters on behalf of Sylvania Acceptance Corporation and related companies
• Manage small staff of 1-2 responsible for skip tracing, collections, and administrative tasks 
• Analyze financial situations of delinquent borrowers and take appropriate action
• Evaluate, implement, and improve collections litigation practices and procedures
• Manage data for delinquencies, garnishments, judgements, and bankruptcy lists
• Update files and system accounts in loan recovery system
• Track all judgements and revive at appropriate times

REQUIREMENTS

• Juris Doctor Degree from an accredited law school and license to practice law in Ohio
• Legal experience is desirable but not required for a highly motivated candidate who will receive specialized training
• Excellent communication and people skills with contacts inside and outside the company
• Strong attention to detail and organization skills
• Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality
• Capable of multi-tasking and effectively plan and prioritize work
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• Proficient in Microsoft Office
• Desire to work as a team with a results-driven approach

WHAT WE OFFER

• Great health benefits – medical, dental, and vision
• 401K with company match
• Paid vacation
• Paid holidays
• Employee discounts