Associate Attorney

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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