Overview
A consumer debt collections law firm is seeking a Collections & Creditors' Rights Attorney for a full-time, flexible contract engagement. This role is ideal for attorneys with experience in collections, bankruptcy, or civil litigation who want to manage a docket of consumer collections cases alongside other commitments or prefer a flexible work arrangement.
Responsibilities
- Manage a docket of consumer collections files from initial filing through judgment and collection efforts
- Prepare and file pleadings, motions, and court documents in compliance with local rules
- Appear at hearings, conferences, arbitrations, and trials either in person or virtually
- Negotiate settlements and payment plans with opposing counsel and unrepresented defendants
- Communicate with clients and manage case preparation remotely
- Attend court appearances in the jurisdiction where licensed and assigned
Requirements
- Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school
- Licensed to practice in one or more of the following states: North Carolina, Tennessee, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Indiana, Kentucky, or New York
- Minimum of 2 years litigation experience, preferably with creditors' rights or debt collections
- Working knowledge of the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (FDCPA) and relevant state collections and consumer protection statutes
- Comfortable managing a high-volume docket and using e-filing systems
- Strong research, writing, and advocacy skills
- Ability to appear in person at local courts as required
- Outstanding professional references
Position Details
- Engagement type: Contract (initial term of 3 to 4 months)
- Schedule: Full-time, approximately 30 to 40 hours per week
- Location: Remote, with court appearances as needed in licensed jurisdictions
Compensation & Benefits
- Annualized pay range: $150,000 to $190,000 (contract pay rates vary based on experience, qualifications, location, and other factors)
- Professional liability insurance coverage provided for work performed within the scope of the engagement
- Eligibility for group medical, dental, and vision insurance for those working 20+ hours per week
- Complimentary group life, long-term disability (LTD), and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance
- Qualified 401(k) plan available
- Continuing Legal Education (CLE) and professional expense stipend for benefits-eligible attorneys
Location
Remote work with the requirement to appear in court as needed in the attorney's licensed jurisdiction(s). Applicants must be licensed in one or more of the following states: North Carolina, Tennessee, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Indiana, Kentucky, or New York.