Staff Counsel

Responsibilities

• Create, review, direct and resolve collection litigation matters cost-effectively and in a compliant manner.
• Ensure adherence to relevant company policies, state, federal and local regulations.
• Maintain and enhance company reputation with courts, vendors, outside counsel, and consumers.
• Limit company exposure through effective advocacy on behalf of the Company in hearings, trials, and mediations.
• Negotiate with opposing counsel, conduct discovery, and respond to discovery.
• Prepare and attend hearings and trials.

Requirements

• Florida State Bar License
• JD degree from an accredited law school
• No legal work experience required
• Juris Doctorate

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's or Advanced JD degree from an ABA accredited law school
• No legal work experience required
• Juris Doctorate
• Experience with the Microsoft suite of products

Benefits

• Earn a competitive salary.
• All employees are eligible for monthly incentives or annual bonus.
• Grow at MCM with paid training and development programs – including our very own MCM Academy – as well as a promote-from-within philosophy.
• We are committed to honoring great results – ranging from informal accolades to formal company-wide awards and prizes like all-inclusive vacations.
• Pursue a degree or coursework related to your current role, or the role you are striving for.
• Healthcare Insurance: Take advantage of comprehensive healthcare plans and options to ensure your continued health, plus fitness membership reimbursements, weight watchers, our wellness rewards Program and more.
• Volunteering Opportunities: Enjoy up to eight hours of paid time off each year to volunteer. We also offer volunteer grants and matching financial donations, up to US$ 2,500 per employee annually.
• Tuition Assistance: Build a strong financial foundation and reach your goals for the future. With all the effort you invest in us, we’re proud to invest in you.
• New Family Support: Celebrate your new arrival with company paid leave, new parent flex time, and child back-up care options.
• Team-building: Enjoy experiences that inspire bonds with your colleagues through a wide range of company-sponsored team-building events, such as holiday celebrations and department outings.
• Work-Life Balance: Enjoy paid and floating holidays, as well as generous paid-time-off.

Pay

• Earn a competitive salary.

Schedule

• Flexible schedule.