Associate Attorney, Mississippi

Overview

Application Deadline: 5 November 2026
Department: Legal – Attorney
Location: Remote (based in Mississippi; in-court travel required)
Compensation: $90,000 / year

This role supports consumer protection legal matters, representing consumers who have been harassed or otherwise deceived by creditors and debt collectors. The employer’s headquarters are in New York, and communication with the main office will be handled exclusively via telephone and electronic means.

Position

Associate Attorney (Full-time)

The employer is seeking a full-time Associate Attorney to join its practice in Mississippi. This position involves drafting legal documents (including pleadings and legal memoranda), strong organizational skills, and the ability to manage a heavy workload. The role covers a range of consumer protection issues, including transactional and civil litigation matters.

Candidates must be currently located in or near the Biloxi, Mississippi area to be considered for this role.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and supervise a heavy, diversified caseload of the firm’s clients in Mississippi.
• Communicate with clients regarding their matters.
• Draft pleadings, motions, and legal memoranda; review and draft agreements.
• Communicate with opposing parties to resolve and/or settle claims.
• Conduct legal research related to simple and complex issues in contract law and other areas of consumer law.
• While working from home, travel for in-court appearances.

Requirements

• Currently admitted to practice law in Mississippi.
• Minimum of 1 year of relevant experience at a law firm.
• Superior organizational and time-management skills to meet strict deadlines.
• Exceptional written and oral communication skills.
• Highest ethical standards and professional integrity.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively with senior management and staff at all levels.
• Strong legal research skills; LexisNexis proficiency is a plus.

Compensation & Benefits

• Compensation is competitive and commensurate with expertise and previous experience (listed rate: $90,000 / year).
• Training and guidance.
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• 401(k) benefits with employer match.
• Paid time off (PTO).

Location & Work Authorization

• Remote; must be located in or near Biloxi, Mississippi to be considered.
• The employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm authorization to work in the United States.