Philadelphia Litigation Attorney

About the role

Remote position with heavy court appearances. Full-time role requiring U.S. citizenship or authorization to work in the U.S.

Responsibilities

• Review and approve new claims within the Attorney’s jurisdiction(s), meeting state-level goals for consistent case progression.
• Assist with management and supervision of jurisdictional inventory under the direction of the Managing Attorney or Regional Attorney, including exception and queue management.
• Conduct document review and discovery.
• Execute documents requiring Attorney signature.
• Communicate with the Managing Attorney, Regional Attorney, and clients to discuss case details.
• Assist in responding to litigation-specific components of client audits.
• Monitor and stay current on relevant legal rules, regulations, statutes, and case law.
• Conduct legal research and analysis of legal issues.
• Evaluate the probable outcomes of cases using knowledge of legal precedents.
• Prepare and file legal documents.
• Manage and resolve collection litigation matters.
• Engage with pro se litigants, opposing counsel, and other interested parties to facilitate settlement throughout the litigation process.
• Oversee and collaborate with outside collections and defense counsel.
• Support corporate compliance with laws and regulations governing debt collection and related activities.
• Perform all other duties as assigned by the Managing Attorney or Regional Attorney.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an institution accredited by the American Bar Association (ABA).
• Licensed to practice law in applicable jurisdiction(s).
• Demonstrated case analysis ability with a proven track record of effective settlement negotiation.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Skilled in internet-based and online legal research.
• Ability to operate standard office equipment such as copiers, printers, scanners, and computers.
• Strong oral and written communication skills with attention to grammar, spelling, and punctuation.
• Excellent time management and multitasking abilities.
• Strong organizational skills with keen attention to detail.
• Flexibility to adapt and respond promptly to urgent matters.
• Capacity to work with individuals from diverse backgrounds and varying levels of professional expertise.
• Commitment to maintaining confidentiality at all times.
• Ability to professionally represent the company in various settings and uphold the company’s image in the community.

Compensation

$70,000–$110,000 base salary plus up to $2,000 per month in commissions.