Associate Attorney
- $120,000 - $150,000
- VILLAGE OF THE HILLS, TX
Our team is seeking a litigation associate to handle commercial debt collection cases on behalf of medium to large creditors.
A bit about us:
Our attorneys are experienced in representing creditors, collection agencies, financial institutions and insurance carriers in alternative dispute forums and state, federal and appellate courts. With over fifty years of combined litigation experience, our team has earned a reputation for professionalism and zealousness in the representation of their clients.
Why join us?
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Paid time off
Professional development assistance
Retirement plan
Health insurance
Paid time off
Professional development assistance
Retirement plan
Job Details
We are seeking a dynamic, detail-oriented, and experienced Associate Attorney to join our legal team. This position offers an opportunity to engage in a comprehensive, hands-on approach to legal matters, focusing primarily on commercial debt, negotiating settlements, discovery, trial, civil litigation, liaising with collection agencies, and representing clients in federal courts. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in these areas and a passion for delivering high-quality legal services to our clients.
Responsibilities:
1. Provide legal counsel and representation to clients in commercial debt matters, including negotiation and enforcement of settlements.
2. Conduct comprehensive discovery processes, ensuring the timely and accurate gathering and analysis of evidence.
3. Represent clients in trials, effectively presenting arguments and evidence to achieve favorable outcomes.
4. Engage in all aspects of civil litigation, including case preparation, filing of pleadings, and court appearances.
5. Liaise with collection agencies on behalf of clients, negotiating settlements and ensuring adherence to all relevant laws and regulations.
6. Advocate for clients in federal courts, demonstrating a thorough understanding of federal laws and procedures.
7. Collaborate with the legal team to develop and implement effective legal strategies.
Qualifications:
1. Juris Doctorate (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
2. A current license to practice law.
3. A minimum of 5 years of experience as an attorney, with a particular focus on commercial debt, negotiating settlements, discovery, trial, civil litigation, and dealing with collection agencies.
4. Prior experience representing clients in federal courts.
5. Exceptional negotiation skills and the ability to effectively resolve disputes.
6. Strong analytical skills, with the ability to interpret laws, regulations, and complex legal documents.
7. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to effectively articulate legal strategies and arguments to clients, colleagues, and court officials.
Responsibilities:
1. Provide legal counsel and representation to clients in commercial debt matters, including negotiation and enforcement of settlements.
2. Conduct comprehensive discovery processes, ensuring the timely and accurate gathering and analysis of evidence.
3. Represent clients in trials, effectively presenting arguments and evidence to achieve favorable outcomes.
4. Engage in all aspects of civil litigation, including case preparation, filing of pleadings, and court appearances.
5. Liaise with collection agencies on behalf of clients, negotiating settlements and ensuring adherence to all relevant laws and regulations.
6. Advocate for clients in federal courts, demonstrating a thorough understanding of federal laws and procedures.
7. Collaborate with the legal team to develop and implement effective legal strategies.
Qualifications:
1. Juris Doctorate (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
2. A current license to practice law.
3. A minimum of 5 years of experience as an attorney, with a particular focus on commercial debt, negotiating settlements, discovery, trial, civil litigation, and dealing with collection agencies.
4. Prior experience representing clients in federal courts.
5. Exceptional negotiation skills and the ability to effectively resolve disputes.
6. Strong analytical skills, with the ability to interpret laws, regulations, and complex legal documents.
7. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to effectively articulate legal strategies and arguments to clients, colleagues, and court officials.
Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.
Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.