Associate Attorney

Rausch Sturm LLP; Dallas (TX); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Flexible schedule

Hybrid work model

Job summary

Rausch Sturm LLP seeks an Associate Attorney to litigate creditor’s rights matters across Texas, including Dallas, Fort Worth, Waco, Lubbock, Midland, and El Paso. The position reports to the State Managing Attorney and emphasizes risk analysis and strategy in debt-collection matters.

Ideal candidates hold a JD and Texas bar, with litigation and discovery experience, and can independently manage hearings, filings, and rapid priorities in a hybrid role.

Qualifications

• Requires a JD in law and Texas bar admission.
• Background in litigation, with experience in collection law or courtroom practice.
• Ability to work independently and manage shifting priorities in a fast-paced setting.
• Knowledge of FDCPA, FCRA, and TCPA is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Represents clients in pre-suit and post-judgment matters.
• Reviews correspondence and determines filing strategy for lawsuits or motions.
• Handles discovery responses, hearings, and trials, including virtual appearances.
• Maintains risk analysis and strategic advice on legal and regulatory risk.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Litigation background

Independent worker

Fast-paced environment

FDCPA/FCRA/TCPA knowledge

Collection law experience

Education

JD required

Texas Bar

Job description

Creditor's Rights law firm seeking an Associate Attorney position for the Dallas Fort Worth, Waco, Lubbock, Midland, or El Paso areas in Texas.

Job Summary

Reporting to the State Managing Attorney, the Associate Attorney is responsible for litigating debt collection matters while independently engaging in risk analysis and strategy development.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Represents clients in pre-suit and post-judgement matters.
• Reviews correspondence and file information to determine if lawsuit or motion appropriate for filing.
• Reviews answers and prepares responses to discovery and dispositive motions.
• Manages all aspects of preparing for and appearing as counsel at hearings and trials.
• Attends court settings throughout the state of Texas through virtual appearances.
• Attends physical court settings as needed in courts in close proximity.
• Provides analysis and advises on legal and regulatory risks.
• Writes, reviews, and edits reports, opinions, correspondence, and other documents.
• Other responsibilities as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities

• Background in litigation
• Knowledge of federal, state, and local laws with experience in collection law and/or courtroom experience.
• Ability to work independently
• Managing shifting priorities in a fast-paced environment is required.
• Knowledge of the FDCPA/FCRA/TCPA is a plus.

Education And Experience

• Requires a JD in law
• Bar admission in Texas

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Frequently required to talk or hear, and use hand to type, handle, or touch objects.
• Regularly required to stand and walk, and may be required to stoop, bend, or reach above the shoulders.
• Must be able to occasionally lift up to 25 pounds at times.
• Must be able to access and navigate each department at the organization’s facilities.

Job Type

Full-time

Pay

$75,000 to $85,000 per year

Location:

This position is hybrid with 2 days per week in our Dallas, TX office.

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule

• Monday to Friday

License/Certification

• Attorney bar license in Texas (Required)

Location:

• Texas (Required)