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Associate Attorney (Debt Resolution)
About the role:Elite Legal Practice is a national consumer protection firm located in Las Vegas, NV specializing in creditor/collection violations, credit reporting violations, and debt dispute resolution. Our attorneys provide robust representation with an emphasis on client care. Our strategy is meticulously tailored to meet our clients' unique financial needs, guaranteeing personalized and results-driven solutions.
Role Description:We are looking for an associate attorney for our Las Vegas, NV office with Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA) and Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (FDCPA) litigation experience. Associate attorneys will have an expected caseload of approximately 50 FCRA/FDCPA cases at any given time. The litigation work will include identifying violations of the FCRA/FDCPA, drafting and filing complaints, drafting discovery, attending necessary hearings, and negotiating resolution for clients. This position requires strong leadership skills. The associate will work collaboratively with our legal team, as well as independently to achieve the best results for our clients.
Responsibilities include:
· FCRA and FDCPA actions, and similar debt disputes.
· Collection defense, summons response, and pre-litigation settlements
· Client communications
· Educating our marketing teams to recognize and refer FCRA claims
· Corporate compliance
Requirements:
· Minimum two years of experience as an attorney with strong litigation skills and a robust understanding of debt resolution strategies.
· Excellent written and verbal communication and advocacy skills
· Ability to be a self-starter who is eager and curious to learn new topic areas quickly and can work independently as well as be part of a collaborative team
· Effective and efficient problem-solving capabilities, with the ability to work proactively to develop creative solutions in order to meet client and team needs
· Enthusiasm for working in a team environment
· Bar membership in good standing in any jurisdiction.
While a Nevada bar license is not required, the ideal candidate must reside in Las Vegas or be willing to relocate to Las Vegas. There is no billable hours requirement for this position. This is a full-time, in-office position. Elite Legal practice is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values workplace diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against based on disability.