Associate Attorney

Job Overview

A law firm seeks an Associate Attorney to join its Creditors' Rights practice in Norfolk, Virginia, with a focus on North Carolina. This remote position involves travel for frequent court appearances in North Carolina. The role requires collaboration with the firm's North Carolina team to provide exceptional client service.

Duties

• Represent clients in legal debt collection matters.
• Engage in bench-bar relations and consumer protection activities.
• Appear frequently in court for motion practice and trials.

Requirements

• Licensed and in good standing to practice law in North Carolina.
• Experience in civil litigation preferred.
• Virginia or Maryland licensure is a plus.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Proficient with technology.
• Knowledge of debt collection preferred.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree.

Certifications

• Admitted to the North Carolina Bar.

Skills

• Exceptional attention to detail.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) matching and profit sharing.
• Health savings account.
• Short and long-term disability insurance.
• Life insurance and supplemental benefits.
• Generous paid time off and paid holidays.

Founded more than eighty years ago, this AV-rated law firm is headquartered in Virginia. Some of its main areas of practice are asbestos litigation, personal injury law, and creditors' rights. This legal practice employs a sizable group of seasoned attorneys and a highly qualified professional support team.