Associate Attorney Collections & Creditor's Rights

Job Overview:
A law firm seeks an Associate Attorney with a passion for collections and creditor’s rights to join their legal team in Brookfield, WI. The firm provides a supportive work environment and represents a diverse client base, including financial institutions, medical providers, and other commercial entities. This is an excellent opportunity for a new graduate or an attorney with experience in collections law to gain exposure to a variety of creditor-focused litigation matters.

Duties:

• Represent creditors in collections litigation, focusing on enforcing creditor’s rights in Wisconsin and other regional states.
• Provide legal counsel and advice to clients on creditor’s rights and collection strategies.
• Draft and file legal documents including pleadings, motions, and briefs.
• Conduct legal research related to collections law, creditor’s rights, and enforcement procedures.
• Manage a caseload of collection-related cases, ensuring all deadlines are met.
• Communicate effectively with clients, opposing counsel, and court personnel.
• Participate in settlement negotiations and hearings.
• Utilize technology and case management systems to organize case files and track progress.

Requirements:

• Active license to practice law in Wisconsin.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills to manage multiple cases.
• Ability to effectively negotiate and advocate on behalf of clients.
• Willingness to learn and grow in the field of collections and creditor’s rights law.
• Recent law school graduates are encouraged to apply.

Education:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.

Certifications:

• Must be licensed to practice law in Wisconsin.

Skills:

• Strong legal research, drafting, and writing skills.
• Effective communication with clients, colleagues, and opposing counsel.
• Knowledge of collections litigation and creditor’s rights.
• Proficiency in case management software and other legal technologies.
• Ability to manage a high-volume caseload while meeting deadlines.
• Strong negotiation and advocacy skills.

Benefits:

• Competitive benefits package.
• Positive, collaborative, and supportive work environment.
• Opportunity for professional development and career growth.

Established in 2006, this is a leading debt collection and litigation law firm. Its practice is concentrated on the enforcement of creditors' rights and collection litigation in Iowa and Wisconsin. It is an RMA International certified company and its office is located in Brookfield, Wisconsin. Its areas of representation include retail collections, utility collections, commercial litigation, insurance subrogation, medical collections, and more.