The current opening for the attorney position is for a Creditor rights attorney working for the firm's Collection and Litigation departments in the St. Louis, Missouri office.
The successful candidate will be responsible for representing creditors and financial institutions in collection actions. General duties include representing creditors in money judgment collection and litigation matters, reviewing legal documents, drafting legal pleadings, contract interpretation, dispute and issue resolution, negotiating settlements, communicating with clients and opposing counsel. Regular court appearances and limited travel to surrounding metropolitan counties will be expected.
Compensation includes a full benefits package. Salary commensurate with experience and competency for the position. For more information about the firm, visit www.southlaw.com.
Benefits- 401k with Matching Up To 3%, Over a 3 Year Vesting Period
- Medical-100% Base Rate Paid by the Firm
- Dental - 100% Base Rate Paid by the Firm
- Vision - 100% Base Rate Paid by the Firm
- Fuel Adjustment
- Life Insurance
- Long- and Short-Term Disability
- PTO
- Phone provided by Firm
Qualifications / Experience- Licensed to practice law in Missouri and Kansas preferred
- Application for licensure in Iowa and Nebraska will be requested within 6 months from date of hire
- 3-5 years general civil court experience or comparable experience is preferred
- Knowledge of creditor rights law and experience litigating collections matters is beneficial but not required
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Proficiency with electronic documents and general computer literacy
- Eligible to work in the United States
Job Flash SummaryA recognized leader in the mortgage banking and creditor's rights industry seeks an organized, highly motivated and results-oriented attorney. The successful candidate must be licensed Missouri and Kansas. Responsibilities include performing legal services involved with foreclosure and real estate matters, including reviewing title work, dispute and issue resolution and communications with clients, mortgagors and opposing counsel.
Other DutiesPlease note this job description provides an overview and is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of all activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change with or without notice.
