Associate Attorney needed for Milwaukee office

Job Overview:

A law firm seeks a results-driven Associate Attorney with experience or a strong interest in consumer collection litigation. The ideal candidate will be dedicated to delivering high-quality legal services while maintaining integrity and achieving results in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. This role involves advocating for clients, managing case lifecycles, and collaborating with a motivated team.

Duties:

• Provide thorough assessments and practical advice in the consumer collection industry.
• Advocate for clients in and out of court during the legal collection process.
• Communicate with opposing counsel and pro se parties to resolve disputes and negotiate settlements.
• Draft and review legal briefs, correspondence, pleadings, and other documents.
• Document account/file activity by firm and client policies and procedures.
• Travel to various courts in the state and manage all aspects of a case’s litigation lifecycle.
• Research and interpret laws, rulings, and regulations and formulate legal opinions for review by a supervising attorney.
• responsively communicate with clients to develop and maintain relationships.
• Attend continuing education classes, webinars, and seminars to stay updated on legal changes and procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Active license to practice law in Wisconsin.
• Experience or strong desire to gain experience in consumer collection litigation preferred.
• Knowledge of civil litigation processes and state and federal consumer protection laws.
• Superior time management skills and ability to manage priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with other team members and utilize resources to identify high-quality solutions.
• Leadership skills with the ability to motivate and drive results.

Skills:

• Excellent written and oral communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively with attorneys, clients, and other stakeholders.
• Advanced understanding of the legal and regulatory framework of the consumer collection industry.
• Strong analytical and research skills to interpret laws and regulations.
• Superior organizational and multitasking abilities.
• Ability to maintain a high standard of work quality and performance.

Education:

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

Certifications:

• Active license to practice law in Wisconsin.

Job Location:

• Milwaukee, WI

Benefits Offered:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, STD, LTD, Life Insurance
• 401k and Profit Sharing
• Unlimited Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays
• Professional yet casual work environment
• Bonus and Commission potential
• Paid Continuing Legal Education (CLE) and Dues