About the role
Creditor's Rights law firm seeking an Associate Attorney position for the Houston, Corpus Christi, or Laredo areas in Texas.
Job Summary:
Reporting to the Texas State Managing Attorney, the Associate Attorney is responsible for litigating debt collection matters while independently engaging in risk analysis and strategy development.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
* Represents clients in pre-suit and post-judgement matters. * Reviews correspondence and file information to determine if lawsuit or motion appropriate for filing. * Reviews answers and prepares responses to discovery and dispositive motions. * Manages all aspects of preparing for and appearing as counsel at hearings and trials. * Attends court settings throughout the state of Texas through virtual appearances. * Attends physical court settings as needed in courts in close proximity. * Provides analysis and advises on legal and regulatory risks. * Writes, reviews, and edits reports, opinions, correspondence, and other documents.
•Other responsibilities as assigned.
Required Skills/Abilities:
•Background in litigation
* Knowledge of federal, state, and local laws with experience in collection law and/or courtroom experience.
•Ability to work independently
* Managing shifting priorities in a fast-paced environment is required. * Knowledge of the FDCPA/FCRA/TCPA is a plus.
•Position may be fully remote.
Education and Experience:
•Requires a JD in law
•Bar admission in Texas
Physical Requirements:
* Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer. * Frequently required to talk or hear, and use hand to type, handle, or touch objects. * Regularly required to stand and walk, and may be required to stoop, bend, or reach above the shoulders. * Must be able to occasionally lift up to 25 pounds at times. * Must be able to access and navigate each department at the organization’s facilities.
Job Type:
Full-time
Pay:
$75,000 to $85,000 per year
Benefits:
•401(k)
•401(k) matching
•Dental insurance
•Employee assistance program
•Flexible schedule
•Flexible spending account
•Health insurance
•Health savings account
•Life insurance
•Paid time off
•Referral program
•Retirement plan
•Vision insurance
Schedule:
•8 hour shift
•Monday to Friday
License/Certification:
* Attorney bar license in Texas (Required)
Location:
•Texas (Required)
Work Location:
Remote
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