Associate Attorney - Creditor's Rights

Job Overview

A law firm seeks an Associate Attorney in Toledo and the surrounding area. The ideal candidate will be licensed in Ohio and have 1-3 years of experience in creditor's rights and civil litigation. This role involves working in a fast-paced environment with a focus on retail consumer collections.

Duties

• Develop and implement case-level litigation strategies.
• Represent clients zealously at court proceedings.
• Manage dockets and cases efficiently with internal teams.
• Prepare pleadings and ensure seamless case management.
• Negotiate settlements and defend against counterclaims.
• Monitor and educate team members on legal changes.
• Travel regionally to appear at courts throughout Ohio.

Requirements

• Licensed attorney in good standing with the Ohio Bar Association.
• 1-3 years of experience in creditor's rights and civil litigation.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Advanced interpersonal and written communication skills.
• Ability to leverage industry technology effectively.

Education

• Juris Doctorate degree.

Certifications

• Licensed to practice law in Ohio.

Skills

• Excellent judgment and achievement orientation.
• Strong work ethic and dependability.
• Collaborative and quick learning abilities.

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision benefits after 90 days.
• 401k retirement plan after 6 months of service.
• Paid holidays and generous time off.
• Firm-provided life and disability insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program.

This firm is located in Grand Rapids, Michigan and is a mid-sized law firm that represents clients in both state and federal trial and appellate courts in the United States as well as the Caribbean. This firm's areas of focus are receiverships, Caribbean liquidations, creditors' rights and collections, claims administrative and distribution, civil litigation, and corporate law. This firm puts its clients first in all situations and strives to provide the highest quality legal services at a reasonable cost.