Associate Attorney with 0-2 years of experience in bankruptcy/collection or civil law litigation

A law firm in Fairfax, VA is seeking an Associate Attorney with 0-2 years of experience in bankruptcy/collection or civil law litigation. The ideal candidate will manage all legal processes from inception through post-judgment remedies, providing high-quality legal representation and fair payment solutions while thriving in a fast-paced environment.

Duties:

• Manage all legal processes from inception through post-judgment remedies
• Provide high-quality legal representation and fair payment solutions
• Conduct legal research, writing, and oral communication effectively
• Handle high-volume caseload and provide expert analysis on legal and regulatory risks
• Negotiate with opposing counsel to achieve final case resolution
• Travel to various courts within Virginia for legal representation and court hearings
• Report all activity and results to the Managing Attorney

Requirements:

• J.D. from accredited law school with active license to practice law in VA
• In-depth knowledge of Federal Debt Collection Law and State civil litigation laws
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Outstanding time management skills
• Active VA license required; license in other states within the firm's footprint (NC, SC, TN, FL, GA, MD, MI, OH) is a plus

Skills:

• Legal research, writing, and oral communication
• Analysis of case law and providing recommendations
• Time management and organization
• Negotiation and conflict resolution

Experience:

0-2 years’ experience in bankruptcy/collection or civil law litigation, attending court proceedings, and associated regulations

This law firm offers full legal services with special experience in finance. Their areas of practice include bankruptcy, litigation, immigration, closings, REO, and evictions. The firm is located in North Carolina.