Quilling, Selander, Lownds, Winslett & Moser seeks an associate attorney with 3 to 10 years of experience for its Consumer Financial Litigation practice group.
Role and Responsibilities:- Prepare correspondence and legal documents such as contracts, pleadings, briefs, affidavits, motions, and settlement agreements for contract negotiations and proceedings
- Conduct legal research, prepare for and attend hearings and/or other legal proceedings, and provide legal counsel with the help of senior associate attorneys
- Analyze conflicts in legal matters, advise clients on solutions, and negotiate on behalf of clients
- Communicate with senior associates, paralegals, and clients to ensure cases are handled efficiently
- Maintain client files in an organized fashion to ensure up-to-date information is handy for other attorneys, paralegals and support staff
Preferred Experience: The ideal candidate would have 3-10 years working knowledge of the following:
- Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (FDCPA)*
- CFPB's Amendments to Reg F*
- Debt collection practices in federal and Texas courts*
- Writs of Sequestration*
- Defending creditors in consumer bankruptcy*
- Tenant Estoppels
- Home Equity Mortgages and Home Equity Lines of Credit*
- Business Lending for financial institutions
- Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA)
- Consumer law
- Telephone Consumer Practices Act (TCPA)
Qualifications and Education Requirements:- Licensed in California, other licenses are a plus.
- J.D. from accredited law school
Preferred Skills:- A commitment to working ethically and always in the best interests of clients.
- Excellent work ethic
- Strong interpersonal skills.
- Must be a self-starter and be able to work in a fast-paced, demanding environment.
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Excellent verbal and written communication.
Benefits:- Competitive compensation
- Speaking and writing opportunities
- Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision
- Bar expenses paid by Firm
- HSA and FSA plans
- 401(k) Plan
- Firm provided life insurance
- Firm paid long-term disability coverage
- Year-end bonuses and referral fee incentives
- 8 Paid Holidays, and PTO
