Associate Attorney- 100% Remote - with current California Law License

PRA Group (Nasdaq: PRAA) • US - CA - Teleworker, CA

1d • $75,000 - $95,000 • Remote

About The Position

The Associate Attorney represents PRA Group and its affiliates in litigation involving consumer accounts and other legal proceedings. The attorney prepares and files legal documents, discovery materials, and pleadings, and provides guidance to the Company’s attorneys. Hearings are conducted via Zoom. Candidates may live outside California if they hold a current California law license and are in good standing with the California Bar.

The position handles litigation in state courts where the attorney is licensed, including case management, strategy development, court appearances, settlement matters, depositions, and trials. The attorney also ensures compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and company policies. The listed salary range is $75,000–$95,000. Compensation may vary based on factors such as skills, experience, location, and market position; performance-based bonuses and/or equity may also be offered depending on the position.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor degree.
• Active membership in good standing with the California Bar and a current California law license.
• At least 2 years of related experience and/or training, or equivalent.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to engage with stakeholders at multiple levels.
• Effective organizational, time-management, and interpersonal skills, with high attention to detail.
• Ability to discern and analyze the impact of multiple issues and provide sound business judgment.
• Ability to research, read, analyze, and interpret statutes, case law, professional journals, technical procedures, and government regulations.
• Ability to provide well-researched, accurate, and practical legal advice in a timely manner.
• Ability to develop, improve, and standardize procedures.
• Legal authorization to work in the United States without requiring employment visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Nice To Haves

• Prior litigation experience preparing and drafting pleadings, participating in all phases of discovery, and handling trials.
• Familiarity with the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, Fair Credit Reporting Act, Truth-in-Lending Act, Equal Credit Opportunity Act, and other federal and state laws and regulations related to consumer credit and collections.

Responsibilities

• Litigate on behalf of the Company in applicable state courts using case management software.
• Represent the Company and its affiliates in courts of law; collect facts and evidence, try cases, and perform other litigation-related tasks.
• Manage cases accurately and on time by preparing legal documents, developing strategies, and making arguments with defendants, opposing counsel, and court personnel.
• Represent the Company at scheduling conferences, mediations, settlement conferences, depositions, hearings, and trials.
• Ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and company policies across areas of organizational responsibility.
• Prepare and file legal documents, discovery materials, and pleadings.
• Provide guidance to the Company’s attorneys in support of legal activities.

Benefits

• Paid time off
• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k) match
• Life insurance
• Performance-based bonus programs and/or equity programs may be offered depending on the position
• Other benefits intended to support employees’ physical and mental wellbeing

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree