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Job Summary:

Debt Purchaser and Collection Agency with multi-state collections team, is looking for a full-time Florida collection attorney with 1-3 years of courtroom experience/motion practice. This position is suitable for working remotely from a home office. The ideal candidate must be adaptable, confident, organized, computer savvy (proficiency in Excel required), and a team-player with a demonstrated ability to problem solve. The candidate must also be able to manage a large docket, be willing to travel to Miami-Dade and surrounding courts and take cases from the initial filing through post judgment effectively and efficiently. Skill in negotiations and interaction with defendants is a must.

Responsibilities:

• Working on special projects/research as needed.
• Work closely with legal support staff to research, draft pleadings, map out and understand the collections process and procedure for Florida.
• Effectively handle motion practice, attend hearings and conduct trials.
• Work with opposing counsel and pro se defendants to resolve disputes and negotiate settlement agreements.
• Primarily engage in the litigation and collection of outstanding debts.
• Ensure compliance with state and federal laws, and adherence to court procedures and processes.

Must Have Qualifications:

• Excellent negotiation skills.
• Strong independent work ethic.
• Knowledge of the legal and regulatory framework affecting consumer collections (FDCPA, CFPB and state FDCPA) is a plus.
• Strong computer skills and/or experience with document management systems.
• Must be willing to travel for court appearances in Florida and to Colorado for occasional training.
• Must be able to work remotely with a legal support team and communicate effectively to organize court appearances and pleadings.
• Licensed by the State Bar of Florida.
• Ability to think creatively, problem solve, and work cooperatively.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Salary: $70,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Vision insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Paid time off
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance

Work Location: Multiple Locations