What are the responsibilities and job description for the Junior Attorney for a Collection Firm position at jba?
A prestigious multi-state law firm in Fullerton, CA is seeking a junior attorney to join our team. The ideal candidate will be excited about representing creditors in all aspects of the legal collection process. Our practice is focused on the development of attorneys’ litigation skills, strategies, and industry knowledge. We champion diversity and are a very fast-paced, enthusiastic group of people. The ideal candidate will share those same values with the drive to exceed expectations and think outside the box. Also, NO BILLABLE HOURS
RESPONSIBILITIES
BENEFITS
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Communicate with opposing counsel and pro se parties to resolve disputes and negotiate matters to an amicable resolution.
- Draft and review legal briefs, correspondence, pleadings, and other legal documents.
- Document account/file activity in accordance with the Firm and client policies and procedures.
- Travel to various courts in the State and effectively handle all aspects of a case’s litigation life cycle.
- Research and interpret laws, rulings, and regulations and formulate legal opinions for review by Lead State Attorney.
- Communicate with clients in a responsive manner to maintain and further develop client relationships.
- Attend continuing education classes, webinars, and seminars to remain current and well-informed of any local, state or federal changes in the law, rules of court or court procedures.
- Qualified attorney with no discipline history and active license in the state.
- Knowledge on the state civil litigation process and state and federal consumer protection laws preferred, but will train.
- Ability to collaborate with other employees to utilize resources and knowledge of others in identifying high quality solutions.
- Superior time management skills and ability to effectively manage priorities to meet business requirements and deadlines in a dynamic and fast paced environment.
- Possesses leadership skills and the ability to drive and motivate other staff to achieve results.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills across a broad spectrum of attorney and non-attorney recipients including all levels within the organization and external.
BENEFITS
- Medical, Dental, Vision, STD, LTD, Life, 401(k) match, and Profit Sharing
- UNLIMITED PTO
- Professional liability
- Bonus and commission potential
- We will pay for your CLE’s & Dues!
- Professional yet casual work environment