Associate Attorney

Professional Experience/Qualifications

• Juris Doctor Degree Required
• Active member of the bar in Texas
• 2+ years related experience and/or training or equivalent
• Prior litigation experience preparing and drafting pleadings, participating in all phases of the discovery process and handling of trials required
• Familiarity with the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, Fair Credit Reporting Act, Truth-In-Lending Act, Fair Credit Reporting Act, and Equal Credit Opportunity Act and all other federal and state laws and regulations related to consumer credit and collections
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to engage with stakeholders from multiple levels
• Effective organizational, time-management and interpersonal skills and a high attention to detail
• Able to discern and analyze the impact of multiple issues on a given situation, and provide sound business judgment
• Able to research, read, analyze, and interpret statutes, case law, professional journals, technical procedures and governmental regulations
• Able to provide well researched, accurate and practical legal advice in a timely manner
• Able to develop, improve and standardize procedures

Key Responsibilities

• Litigates on behalf of the Company in respective state courts where licensed to practice utilizing case management software
• Represents the Company and its affiliates in courts of law, collects facts and evidence, tries cases and performs other litigation-related tasks
• Responsible for accurate and timely case management by preparing legal documents, developing appropriate strategies and making necessary arguments with defendant, opposing counsel, and court personnel
• Represents the Company at scheduling conferences, mediations, settlement conferences, depositions, hearings and trials
• Ensures compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and company policies across areas of organizational responsibility