Associate Attorney - Collections

Job Overview

A law firm seeks an Associate Attorney to join its collections team in Farmington, Michigan. This role offers a hybrid work environment and requires a driven individual passionate about helping others and thriving under pressure. The firm values high energy and a commitment to core values over direct experience.

Duties

• Support the collections team on a high volume of association collections matters.
• Draft demand letters, pleadings, motions, and other legal documents.
• Manage deadlines, filings, and communications with clients and courts.
• Use an online platform to track case progress and provide clear client updates.
• Assist with negotiations, hearings, and court appearances under supervision.

Requirements

• Licensed to practice law in Michigan.
• Able to manage a fast-paced workload and meet strict deadlines without sacrificing quality.
• Strong alignment with core values: dependable, excellent communicator, exceptional work product, focused, team player, passionate.
• High energy and competitive mindset with a genuine passion for helping people.
• Hungry to deliver results for clients.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree.

Certifications

• Licensed to practice law in Michigan.

Skills

• Drive to solve problems quickly and learn fast in a high-volume environment.
• Confidence in client communication and the ability to build trust under pressure.
• Discipline to stay organized and meet tight deadlines from courts, clients, and attorneys.
• Strong research and writing skills with the determination to master collections law.
• Comfort with technology and a willingness to leverage platforms to move files efficiently.

Benefits

• 401(k) with firm match.
• Comprehensive health insurance.
• Parental leave of eight weeks paid and four weeks unpaid.
• Unlimited vacation built on trust and accountability, with hybrid flexibility.

Looking to practice condominium and real estate law in Michigan? With offices in Farmington and Traverse City, and practices that include HOA, Fair Housing compliance, business law, and litigation, this could be the firm for you. The commitment to clients - both in terms of satisfaction and education - translates into an engaged and personable team with whom you'll work.