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Associate Attorney – Creditors’ Rights & Civil Litigation

MDAEdge · Winston-Salem, NC · 2 mo ago
On-siteOTHRFull-time

Job Overview

A prominent regional Creditors' Rights law firm is seeking a motivated Associate Attorney to handle legal matters from inception through post-judgment remedies. This role is ideal for a newly licensed attorney or someone with up to three years of experience who thrives in a fast-paced, high-volume environment. The firm emphasizes high-quality work, ownership, and fair, solutions-focused interactions with all parties.

Technical Skills & Qualifications

  • Education: Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.

  • Licensure: Active North Carolina law license in good standing.

  • Bar Exams: Recent North Carolina UBE passage is strongly preferred to facilitate license transfers to other states.

  • Legal Knowledge: Foundational understanding of federal debt collection laws (FDCPA) and North Carolina state civil litigation procedures.

  • Software Proficiency: Competency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Outlook, Excel) for document drafting and case management.

  • Experience: 0–3 years of experience in bankruptcy, collections, civil litigation, or related legal fields.

Functional Responsibilities

  • Caseload Management: Oversee a high-volume caseload, managing files from initial filing through post-judgment execution.

  • Litigation & Advocacy: Perform legal research, draft pleadings, and provide oral advocacy during court hearings.

  • Travel: Travel to various courts throughout North Carolina to represent clients and attend proceedings as required.

  • Negotiation: Interface with opposing counsel to negotiate and settle cases efficiently.

  • Strategic Advisory: Analyze case law to provide well-reasoned recommendations and guidance on regulatory risks.

  • Collaborative Reporting: Partner with the Managing Attorney to report on case progression, results, and overall activity.

  • Multi-Jurisdictional Growth: Pursue additional bar admissions in surrounding states (SC, TN, FL, VA, MD, MI, OH) to support the firm's regional footprint.

Behavioral & Professional Skills

  • Communication: Maintain excellent written and verbal communication skills for professional correspondence and courtroom presentation.

  • Customer Focus: Provide respectful, solutions-focused interactions with customers to create sustainable payment resolutions.

  • Time Management: Utilize strong organizational skills to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines in a high-pressure environment.

  • Ownership: Demonstrate a proactive approach to managing responsibilities and delivering high-quality legal work.

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