Job Description

*Collection Attorney*

*Starting rate: $ $80,000-$90,000/yr. based on experience.*

*Immediate Opportunity!*

*Growing collection law firm located in historic Morristown, New Jersey looking for experienced collection attorney to join our practice. Salary negotiable or to commensurate with experience. *

*Job Description (includes but not limited to the following):*

* *Initial Case Intake & Evaluation of delinquencies*
* *Negotiate & Monitor Payment Plans*
* *Direct preparation & approval of pleadings & correspondence*
* *Evaluate Post-Judgment Collection options including garnishments, interrogatories, stipulations & foreclosures.*
* *Prepare & monitor all post-judgment collection efforts*
* *Prepare for & conduct returns, hearings & trials*
* *Monitor & evaluate bankruptcies *
* *Respond to client inquiries regarding status of pending matters*
* *Maintain & review status reports*
* *Communicate & update Out of State firms*
* *Meet with clients as necessary*
* *Perform administrative and management functions related to the practice of law. *
* *Negotiate settlements *
* *Handle Disputes.*
* *Appearance & Trial of associated matters*

*Requirements :*

* *Licensed to practice law in the state of New Jersey. NY not required but a plus.*
* *3-5 years of experience as a Collection Attorney. *
* *Excellent organizational & multi-tasking skills*
* *Ability to exercise independent judgment & discretion*
* *Excellent oral & written communication skills*
* *High level of interpersonal skills to handle sensitive situations. Position continually requires demonstrated poise, tact & diplomacy.*
* *Continues attention to detail *
* *Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly.*
* *HIPAA Compliance *
* *FDCPA Compliance*
* *CFPB Compliance*
* *Student Loan Collection Experience, a plus**
* *Collection Master (CLS) experience, a plus**

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $80,000.00 - $90,000.00 per year

Benefits:
* 401(k)
* 401(k) matching
* Dental insurance
* Health insurance
* Life insurance
* Paid time off
* Vision insurance

Application Question(s):
* Please confirm salary range for this position ($80,000-$90,000/yr) is within your desired range. Salary will be based on experience.

License/Certification:
* NJ Bar (licensed to practice Law in NJ) (Required)

Ability to Commute:
* Morristown, NJ 07960 (Required)

Work Location: In person

Job Tags

Full time, Immediate start,

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