Litigation - General (consumer) Attorney in Houston, TX

Law Firm

Houston, TX

Litigation - General (consumer) Attorney in Houston, TX

Attorney

Max 3 yrs required

No

Job Title: Remote Attorney

Job Responsibilities:
The Remote Attorney at the law firm is responsible for ensuring client success at the litigation level, which includes preparation for and through trial. Key responsibilities include:

- Reviewing and approving new claims within the attorney's jurisdiction, ensuring state-level goals for consistent case movement are met.
- Assisting with management and supervision of jurisdictional inventory under the guidance of the Managing Attorney/Regional Attorney, including exception and queue management.
- Conducting document review and discovery.
- Executing documents requiring the attorney's signature.
- Communicating with the Managing Attorney/Regional Attorney and clients to discuss case details.
- Assisting in responding to litigation-specific components of client audits.
- Monitoring relevant legal rules, regulations, statutes, and case law.
- Conducting research and analysis of legal problems.
- Analyzing probable outcomes of cases using knowledge of legal precedents.
- Preparing and filing legal documents.
- Managing and resolving collection litigation.
- Working with Pro Se litigants, opposing counsel, or other parties to settle files throughout the litigation process.
- Overseeing and interacting with outside collections and defense counsel.
- Supporting corporate compliance with laws and regulations governing debt collection and related activities.
- Performing all other duties as assigned by the Managing Attorney or Regional Attorney.

Education and Experience Information:
- Graduate of an accredited institution by the American Bar Association (ABA) with a Juris Doctor (.) degree.
- Must be licensed to practice law and in good standing with the State of Texas.
- Demonstrated case analysis ability and a track record of proven settlement skills.
- 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 attention to detail.
- Flexibility to adapt and respond quickly to urgent matters.
- Ability to work and maintain patience with individuals of various ethnic backgrounds and professional competencies.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality.
- Ability to represent the law firm in various forums to foster the desires and image of the firm in the community.

Salary Information:
The position offers a salary range of $70,000 to $100,000 annually, with the opportunity for commission based on attorney-negotiated settlements. The position does not have billable hour requirements.

Physical Demands and Work Environment:
The physical demands of this position include the regular requirement to talk or hear, frequent use of hands or fingers to handle or feel objects, tools, or controls, and the need to stand, walk, sit, and reach with hands and arms. Occasionally, the employee must lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus. The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate.

Note:
This job description does not imply that these are the only duties to be performed. Employees must follow any other job-related instructions and perform any job-related duties as requested by authorized personnel. Duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and may be modified to accommodate individuals with disabilities. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an "at will" relationship.

Work Location: Remote