Attorney (North Carolina)

Overview

A legal services organization is seeking a solo practitioner attorney licensed to practice in North Carolina to meet growing demand. The ideal candidate will have at least one year of practice experience and an interest in assisting consumers with debt-related issues. The role offers a steady income stream and allows the attorney to focus on legal work rather than sales.

This position requires the ability to work independently with superior organizational skills. It involves broad responsibilities with strict deadlines and exposure to various areas of consumer law, including civil litigation defense, debt resolution, bankruptcy, the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA), and the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (FDCPA).

Responsibilities

• Provide prepaid legal services for a prepaid legal services plan registered in North Carolina.
• Manage a challenging and diversified caseload.
• Conduct initial consultations with clients.
• Assist and advise on both litigation and non-litigation matters.
• Negotiate with opposing parties to resolve or settle claims.
• Draft pleadings, motions, legal memoranda, stipulations of settlement, and related documents.
• Build and maintain professional relationships with opposing parties.
• Keep clients regularly updated on case progress.
• Ensure timely handling of all assigned accounts.
• Provide routine and on-request file updates to support staff.

Qualifications

• Must be currently admitted to practice law in North Carolina. Admission in multiple states is a significant plus.
• Ideally, three years of relevant experience at a law firm; recent graduates will also be considered.
• Bilingual in Spanish is a plus.
• Superior organizational and time-management skills to meet strict deadlines.
• Highest ethical standards and professional integrity.
• Exceptional written and oral communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate across all organizational levels.

Compensation & Benefits

• Generous medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• 401(k) plan with company match.
• Paid holidays, volunteer time off, sick days, and vacation.
• 12 weeks of paid parental leave.
• Pre-tax transit benefits.
• No-cost life insurance benefits.
• Voluntary benefits options.
• Discounted pet health insurance.
• Wellness incentive program.

Location

This position requires licensure to practice law in North Carolina and involves providing legal services within that jurisdiction.