Remote Full-Time CALIFORNIA Consumer Debt Defense Attorney

Overview

A national debt defense law firm is seeking a full-time Consumer Debt Defense Attorney licensed in California. This remote position involves providing legal representation and limited-scope assistance to consumers involved in debt collection lawsuits.

Responsibilities

• Represent and defend clients in collection cases initiated by original creditors or debt buyers.
• Provide limited-scope legal assistance, including reviewing and editing pro se answer drafts prepared by paralegals.
• Focus primarily on settlement through voluntary payment arrangements as clients are enrolled in a debt resolution program.
• Rarely required to engage in complex litigation or attend final hearings; local hearing attorneys may be utilized when in-person attendance is necessary.

Requirements

• Licensed and in good standing with the California Bar.
• Minimum of 5 years of civil litigation experience.
• Experience in high-volume consumer debt defense and/or collections is preferred.

Compensation & Benefits

• Annual salary of $115,000.
• Remote work arrangement.
• 10 days of paid time off with increases over time.
• 9 paid holidays plus 3 floating holidays.
• Yearly performance reviews with raises up to 5%.
• Discretionary bonuses.
• Health, vision, dental, and short-term disability insurance.
• 401(k) plan with employer matching.
• Payment of bar membership fees and continuing legal education.

Location

• Remote position based in California.