Attorney

Portnoff•King of Prussia, PA

20d

About The Position

The Attorney - Client Management (CMA) serves as the primary legal and operational liaison between Portnoff Law Associates (PLA) and assigned clients. The role ensures collection activities comply with applicable federal, state, and local laws, as well as client-specific contractual requirements and instructions. The attorney oversees timely and compliant handling of assigned claims, monitors client data and applicable legislation, and identifies risks or obstacles that may affect collection outcomes. The position calls for legal judgment, client relationship management, and collaboration with internal leadership. PLA partners with municipalities to recover unpaid fees and support essential public services. The firm describes the position as having a predictable schedule and a “no-crisis” approach, with no billable-hour or timekeeping requirements. The role includes opportunities to build client relationships, meet regularly with the firm president, and develop or tailor work as the firm grows. A respectful, focused office environment is described. The role may involve onsite presence during the PLA workweek as needed and travel within Pennsylvania for client meetings. Work is primarily performed in an office environment, seated or standing, with use of standard office equipment and technology.

Requirements

Juris Doctor (J.D.) and an active Pennsylvania law license.
One to five years of experience in foreclosure, collections, bankruptcy, or a related legal practice area.
Working knowledge of applicable federal and state laws and relevant county court procedures.
Strong legal analysis, writing, research, and verbal communication skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities with strong organization and attention to detail.
Sound judgment and ability to handle sensitive client and regulatory matters professionally.
Leadership capability, including experience supervising or guiding support staff.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, Word), collections or case management systems, and internet research tools.
Business-minded approach and ability to identify risks and recommend solutions.
Dependable and collaborative, with commitment to high professional standards.
Ability to travel within Pennsylvania for client meetings as needed.

Responsibilities

Ensure receipt and recordkeeping of relevant contracts, ordinances, and resolutions for assigned clients, and monitor them for currency and completeness.
Receive new claims from existing clients and collaborate with the Managing Attorney for Collection Services to ensure claims conform to contract requirements and underlying enabling legislation.
Serve as the primary contact for assigned clients regarding questions, concerns, and billing; communicate client instructions or concerns to senior management; and meet with clients in person or remotely as needed.
Handle pre-litigation attorney contacts and escalated debtor contacts regarding assigned-client accounts.
Coordinate with senior management on responses to inquiries from governmental agencies and to litigation; forward bankruptcy matters to the PLA bankruptcy attorney.
Ensure claims for assigned clients are handled timely.
Monitor routine collection-rate reports, identify obstacles for senior management, and assist in resolving them.
Review and analyze files for suitability for listing properties for sheriff sale and communicate recommendations to clients.
Determine when unpaid files should be closed for legal or other considerations and communicate decisions to clients.
Provide consistent onsite presence as needed during the PLA workweek, together with other client management attorneys.
Supervise paralegal work by answering questions and reviewing and signing pleadings as needed; provide feedback to the paralegal supervisor on work accuracy.
Perform other duties as assigned.