Attorney

Position Summary

Scott & Associates, P.C., is a well-established multi-state legal recoveries law firm seeking a motivated Attorney to join our Montgomery, Alabama team.

Since our inception in May 2000, we've evolved into a significant player in debt recovery litigation, providing comprehensive solutions for major banks and creditors.

The State Level Attorney is responsible for ensuring client success at the litigation level, including preparation for and through trial.

This position is a salary plus commission-eligible opportunity with no billable hour requirement. Commissions are based on attorney-negotiated settlements.

Must be licensed and in good standing with the State of Alabama.

Salary is dependent upon qualifications.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

The essential functions include, but are not limited to the following:

• The review and approval of new claims within the Attorney’s jurisdiction(s). This includes meeting state-level goals for consistent case movement.
• Under the direction of the Managing Attorney/Regional Attorney, assists with managing and supervising jurisdictional inventory. This includes exception and queue management.
• Conduct document review and discovery
• Execute documents requiring the Attorney’s signature
• Communicate with Managing Attorney/Regional 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
• Oversees and interacts with outside collections and defense counsel
• Supports corporate compliance with laws and regulations governing debt collection and related activities
• All other duties as assigned by the Managing Attorney or Regional Attorney.

Minimum Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities)

• Graduate of an institution accredited by the American Bar Association (ABA) with a Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree
• Licensed to practice law
• 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 an eye for detail
• 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

The Perks?

Attorneys enjoy a 401(k) match at 50% in addition to subsidized medical, dental, and vision insurance plans and company-paid life and disability benefits. Eligibility is on the first of the month following 60 days of employment.

We also offer a robust Employee Assistance Plan that provides personal, familial, legal, financial, and health-related support. Mileage, expense, licensure fee reimbursement, and commissions based on Attorney negotiated settlements are also available.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions.

While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to use hands or fingers; handle or feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit; and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this position 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 in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbents will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” relationship.