Lead / Senior Attorney - Debt Recovery Litigation

Scott & Associates, PC • Pasadena, CA

1d • $150,000 - $200,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Scott & Associates, PC is a well-established, multi-state legal recoveries firm. Since our founding in 2000, we’ve grown into a leading force in debt recovery, providing trusted and comprehensive legal solutions for financial institutions nationwide. Our teams are driven, collaborative, and committed to delivering results, and we’re looking for an attorney who shares that mindset to join our Pasadena, California-based team.

Requirements

• Active law license in the listed state of reference. (California)
• 5-7 years of civil litigation experience; debt collection experience strongly preferred
• Minimum 2 years in a leadership role
• Demonstrated case analysis ability and a track record of proven settlement skills
• Demonstrated ability to teach, train, coach, and mentor
• Proficient in MS Office applications such as Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Proficient in internet and online research
• Ability to operate basic office equipment such as a copy machine, printer, scanner, and computer
• Effective oral and written communication skills with knowledge of correct grammar, spelling, and punctuation usage
• Ability to multi-task and manage time effectively
• Excellent organizational skills with an eye for details
• Ability to be flexible to adapt and act quickly when urgent matters require it
• Ability to work and maintain patience with diversified individuals of various ethnic backgrounds and professional competencies
• Ability to maintain confidentiality
• Ability to represent the company in various forums to foster the desires and image of the company in the community

Responsibilities

• Manage state-specific litigation workflows and litigation forms.
• Conduct document review and discovery.
• Execute documents requiring the Attorney’s signature.
• Communicate with the Managing Attorney and clients to discuss details of cases.
• Assist in responding to litigation-specific components of all client audits.
• Monitor relevant legal rules, regulations, statutes, and case law.
• Conduct research and analysis of legal problems.
• Analyze the probable outcomes of cases, using knowledge of legal precedents.
• Prepare and file legal documents.
• Manage and resolve collection litigation.
• Work with Pro Se litigants, opposing counsel, or other interested parties to settle files throughout the litigation process.
• Oversee and interact with outside collections and defense counsel.
• Support corporate compliance with laws and regulations governing debt collection and related activities.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and company-paid life insurance on the first of the month following 60 days of employment.
• 401(k) with employer match.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior