Associate Attorney

GOLDFEIN & ASSOCIATES, P.C.; Jackson (MS); Remote; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A nationwide law firm is seeking an Associate Attorney licensed in Mississippi and Alabama to join their remote team. Candidates should be self-starters with strong negotiation and litigation skills, capable of managing high-volume caseloads. The firm offers competitive salaries, bonuses, and comprehensive benefits, including health insurance and a 401(k) plan. This role allows for remote work and provides comprehensive training for varying experience levels.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

401(k) Plan

Employee Discounts

Bonus Pay

Commission Pay

Qualifications

• Self-starter capable of managing high volume caseloads.
• Strong negotiation skills for resolving disputes.
• Litigation skills for handling lawsuits.

Responsibilities

• Negotiate and settle claims with various parties.
• Timely review and analyze new assignments.
• Document all activities in the appropriate systems.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Negotiation Skills

Litigation Skills

Education

Licensed Attorney in Mississippi

Licensed Attorney in Alabama

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Teams

Case Management Software

Job description

Job Description

Our nationwide law firm specializes in solving problems faced by entities that own or hold security interests in motor vehicles and other assets, e.g., banks, finance companies, and fleet companies. Due to the volume of cases sent to us by our clients, we are growing rapidly and looking to expand our team.

We are seeking an Associate Attorney licensed in both Mississippi and Alabama. (Remote in Mississippi or Alabama)

Primary Needs:

1. Self-starter with meticulous attention to detail, capable of managing high volume caseloads, and able to handle deadlines in a timely manner.
2. Competency in the use of and ability to learn job related technologies such as Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel, Teams, internet browsers, and case management software.
3. Strong negotiation skills to resolve impound lien disputes with repair shops, tow yards, and government agencies, as well as property damage claims with insurance adjusters and opposing counsel.
4. Litigation skills for when negotiations fail; engaging in ADR (e.g., arbitration) or, when necessary, commencing litigation and handling all aspects of the lawsuit.
5. Timely review of new assignments: analyze, interpret, and evaluate all avenues to resolve cases for clients with legal/financial interest in high dollar value assets.
6. Communicate directly with interested parties, including insurance adjusters, claims supervisors, attorneys, body shops, tow yards, and clients by phone and written correspondence.
7. Negotiate and settle claims within discretionary authority; obtain necessary documents and releases from clients and confirm settlement satisfaction.
8. Fully document all activity on the appropriate computer system(s), including contacts, investigations, negotiations, and documentary evidence.
9. Adhere to the Rules of Professional Conduct.

What we offer:

• Salaries commensurate with experience and a competitive benefits package.
• Bonus pay and commission pay.
• Health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, FSA, HSA, life insurance, disability insurance, employee discounts, and more. 401(k) plan available with immediate contribution options.
• A team environment that values mutual support and collaboration.

COVID-19 considerations:

We operate fully remotely. All interviews and training are conducted via Microsoft Teams. Candidates must provide their own computer equipment and internet service.

Work Location:

Remote

We welcome candidates with varying levels of experience, from entry-level to highly experienced. We provide comprehensive training. All lawyers are full-time employees; we do not currently offer of-counsel or co-counsel arrangements. Due to conflicts checks, outside client representation is not permitted.