Litigation Attorney - Collections & Judgment Enforcement
About The Position
Merani Kamara Zeleznock Law Group is seeking an experienced attorney to join and grow into a leadership role with our Creditors' Rights & Enforcement Litigation practice. This is not simply a file-handling associate position. We are looking for an attorney who can assume meaningful responsibility for a substantial volume practice, manage matters independently, develop efficient litigation and enforcement strategies, supervise supporting personnel, and grow into a leadership role within the firm. For the right attorney, this position offers a defined opportunity for advancement into practice leadership and partnership. Compensation depends on experience and is estimated to be $135,000 - $175,000 with performance bonus eligibility. This is an onsite role and candidates must be in the NYC/NJ area.
Requirements
- Admission to the New York Bar. NJ bar admission in addition is a strong plus.
- Approximately 5+ years of relevant litigation experience
- Significant experience with collections, creditors' rights, debtor, and judgment enforcement
- Working knowledge of New York CPLR Article 52 and post-judgment remedies
- Familiarity with New Jersey judgment enforcement procedures
- Experience managing a significant volume of active matters
- Strong drafting, motion practice and courtroom skills
- Ability to supervise staff and develop efficient workflows
- Strong organizational skills and comfort working in a technology-driven environment
- A practical, results-oriented approach to litigation and recovery
- Ability to pass applicable background and reference checks
- Willingness to be onsite 5 days a week or in court as needed for client service
Nice To Haves
- NJ bar admission
- Bankruptcy/creditor experience
Responsibilities
- Handle and oversee matters involving high-volume toll and commercial collection litigation
- Handle and oversee matters involving New York and New Jersey creditors' rights litigation
- Handle and oversee matters involving judgment recovery and post-judgment enforcement
- Handle and oversee matters involving bank restraints, levies, executions and garnishments
- Handle and oversee matters involving asset investigation and discovery
- Handle and oversee matters involving information subpoenas and post-judgment discovery
- Handle and oversee matters involving judgment domestication and enforcement
- Handle and oversee matters involving settlement negotiations and payment arrangements
- Handle and oversee matters involving bankruptcy matters affecting collection and enforcement proceedings
- Handle and oversee matters involving proofs of claim, automatic stay issues and creditor remedies
- Handle and oversee matters involving motion practice and contested proceedings
- Handle and oversee matters involving court appearances in New York and New Jersey
- Develop strategies to improve recoveries and reduce aging
- Supervise and train paralegals, collection personnel and support staff
- Direct communication with institutional and commercial clients
Benefits
- Performance bonus eligibility
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
No Education Listed
