Associate Attorney needed for Virginia Beach office

A law firm is seeking an Associate Attorney to manage all legal processes from inception through post-judgment remedies. The ideal candidate will provide high-quality legal representation, treat all clients with fairness and respect, and thrive in a fast-paced, high-volume environment. The role involves handling a high volume of cases, providing expert analysis and advice on legal and regulatory risks, and negotiating with opposing counsel. Travel within Virginia may be required.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Manage all legal processes from inception through post-judgment remedies.
• Provide the highest quality legal representation.
• Treat all customers with fairness and respect while creating fair payment solutions that fit their financial situation.
• Demonstrate exceptional legal research, writing, and oral communication skills.
• Handle a high-volume caseload efficiently.
• Provide expert analysis and advice on legal and regulatory risks.
• Negotiate with opposing counsel to achieve final resolution of cases.
• Travel to various courts within Virginia as needed for legal representation and court hearings.
• Report all activity and results to the Managing Attorney.

Requirements:

• Must have an active Virginia (VA) law license.
• J.D. from an accredited law school.
• A license to practice law in other states within the firm's footprint (NC, SC, TN, FL, GA, MD, MI, OH) is a plus.
• In-depth knowledge of Federal Debt Collection Law and State civil litigation laws.
• 0-2 years of experience in bankruptcy/collection or civil law litigation, attending court proceedings, and associated regulations.

Education:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.
• Active license to practice law in Virginia.

Certifications:

• Active Virginia (VA) law license.
• Additional state licenses in NC, SC, TN, FL, GA, MD, MI, OH are advantageous.

Skills:

• Exceptional legal research skills.
• Excellent writing and oral communication skills.
• Strong ability to analyze case law and provide recommendations.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Outstanding time management skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
• Strong negotiation skills.
• Commitment to treating all customers with fairness and respect.

This firms Virginia Beach office represents clients in REO, closings, evictions, foreclosures, collections, bankruptcy, and litigation matters. They have 18 locations across seven states that are staffed with highly qualified legal professionals. They pride themselves on providing superior legal services with integrity and efficiency and they are structured to deliver confidential sound legal advice to their clients using various forms of cutting edge technology.