Commercial Associate Attorney-Document Review
Gurstel Law Firm, P.C. is a multi-state litigation law firm specializing in legal collection processes. They are seeking a detail-oriented Commercial Associate Attorney to focus on document review, regulatory compliance, and legal strategy within the consumer credit sector.
Responsibilities
- Compliance & Document Review: Review legal documents (Validation Notices, Affidavits, Notices of Intent, etc.) to ensure strict adherence to Federal and State regulatory laws and client-specific policies
- Legal Signing: Execute and sign documents in accordance with Firm Compliance procedures and State Attorney Review Requirements for licensed jurisdictions
- Litigation Support: Provide recommendations based on case law analysis
- Strategic Planning: Assist in managing high volumes of information while maintaining quality control and strategic alignment with firm goals
- Litigation Support and adaptability: Position could include, as necessary, court appearances in the states in which the attorney is licensed and other duties as necessary and assigned. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice
- Attend continuing education classes, webinars, and seminars to remain current and well-informed of any local, state, or federal changes in the law, rules of court or court procedures
Skills
- J.D. from an accredited law school and active membership in the California State Bar with no disciplinary action
- 1-7 years of Commercial Litigation experience
- Strong understanding of federal, state, and local laws
- Proficiency in FDCPA regulations and legal database software
- No courtroom experience is necessary or required
- Background in civil litigation
- Advanced knowledge of bankruptcy law, consumer credit, or contract negotiation
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
- Strong legal research and analytical abilities
- Ability to collaborate effectively across all organizational levels
- Superior time management skills and ability to effectively manage priorities to meet business requirements and deadlines in a dynamic and fast paced environment
- Ability to communicate effectively across a broad spectrum of attorney and non-attorney recipients including all levels within the organization and external
- Ability to think globally by ways of strategic planning and risk management
- Proficiency in FDCPA regulations and legal database software is highly preferred
- 1-7 years of Commercial Litigation experience, preferred
- Background in civil litigation is desired
- Advanced knowledge of bankruptcy law, consumer credit, or contract negotiation is a significant plus
Benefits
- NO BILLABLE HOURS
- Hybrid availability after training is completed.
- Medical, Dental, Vision, STD, LTD, Life, Accident, Critical Illness, Long-Term Care, Pet Insurance, 401k, Profit Sharing, and Student Debt Retirement Savings Program.
- Flexible Time Off (FTO)/ Paid Holidays
- Professional yet casual work environment
- Professional Liability
- Bonus and Commission potential
- Paid CLE’s & Bar Dues
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