Associate Attorney

Gurstel Law Firm, P.C.; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

401k and Profit Sharing

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Gurstel Law Firm, P.C. is hiring for an Associate Attorney in Phoenix, Arizona. This role focuses on providing thorough assessments and legal advocacy in the consumer collection industry. Candidates must possess an active attorney license, with preferred experience in consumer collection litigation. Responsibilities include drafting legal documents, communicating with clients and counsel, and managing cases effectively. The firm offers a dynamic work environment and a comprehensive benefits package, emphasizing integrity and results.

Qualifications

• Qualified attorney with an active license, no disciplinary history.
• Experience or willingness to learn in consumer collection litigation.
• Knowledge of civil litigation and consumer protection laws.

Responsibilities

• Provide thorough assessments and legal advice.
• Communicate with opposing counsel to resolve disputes.
• Draft and review legal documents comprehensively.
• Travel to various courts as needed to manage cases.
• Research laws for effective legal opinions.

Skills

Consumer collection industry experience

Thorough assessments and legal advice

Legal document drafting

Communication with clients and opposing counsel

Time management skills

Leadership skills

Education

Active attorney license in Arizona

Job description

Overview

Gurstel Law Firm, P.C. – Associate Attorney

Summary: Results-driven individual with experience in or the desire to become experienced in the consumer collection industry. Ability to provide thorough and practical assessments and advice while advocating for clients in and out of court during the legal collection process. Focus on continuous quality work product and performance in the Firm’s energized and fast-paced environment while doing right, maintaining integrity, and achieving results. Communicate with opposing counsel and pro se parties to resolve disputes and negotiate matters to an amicable resolution. Draft and review legal briefs, correspondence, pleadings, and other legal documents. Document account/file activity in accordance with the Firm and client policies and procedures. Travel to various courts in the State and effectively handle all aspects of a case’s litigation life cycle. Research and interpret laws, rulings, and regulations and formulate legal opinions for review by supervising attorney. Communicate with clients in a responsive manner to maintain and further develop client relationships. Attend continuing education classes, webinars, and seminars to remain current and well-informed of any local, state, or federal changes in the law, rules of court or court procedures. Other duties as assigned.

Responsibilities

• Results-driven individual with experience in or the desire to become experienced in the consumer collection industry.
• Ability to provide thorough and practical assessments and advice while advocating for clients in and out of court during the legal collection process.
• Focus on continuous quality work product and performance in the Firm’s energized and fast-paced environment while doing right, maintaining integrity, and achieving results.
• Communicate with opposing counsel and pro se parties to resolve disputes and negotiate matters to an amicable resolution.
• Draft and review legal briefs, correspondence, pleadings, and other legal documents.
• Document account/file activity in accordance with the Firm and client policies and procedures.
• Travel to various courts in the State and effectively handle all aspects of a case’s litigation life cycle.
• Research and interpret laws, rulings, and regulations and formulate legal opinions for review by supervising attorney.
• Communicate with clients in a responsive manner to maintain and further develop client relationships.
• Attend continuing education classes, webinars, and seminars to remain current and well-informed of any local, state, or federal changes in the law, rules of court or court procedures.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications And Skills

• Qualified attorney with no discipline history with an active license in the state for which they will work in.
• Experience in consumer collection litigation with advanced knowledge and thorough understanding of the legal regulatory framework of the industry preferred but will train.
• Knowledge on the civil litigation process and state and federal consumer protection laws.
• Ability to collaborate with other employees to utilize resources and knowledge of others in identifying high quality solutions.
• Superior time management skills and ability to effectively manage priorities to meet business requirements and deadlines in a dynamic and fast paced environment.
• Possesses leadership skills and the ability to drive and motivate other employees to achieve results.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills across a broad spectrum of attorney and non-attorney recipients including all levels within the organization and external.

Competencies

• Accountability 20%
• Dependability 20%
• Communication 20%
• Compliance and Discipline 20%
• Ethics & Integrity 20%

Travel

This position requires travel to courts if needed.

Compensation And Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, STD, LTD, Life, Accident, Critical Illness, Long-Term Care, Pet Insurance, 401k, Profit Sharing, and Student Debt Retirement Savings Program.
• Paid Time Off (PTO)/ Paid Holidays
• Professional yet casual work environment
• Bonuses and Commission potential
• Paid CLEs & Dues

Gurstel Law Firm, P.C. (hereinafter “the Firm”) is a multi-state litigation law firm representing creditors in all aspects of the legal collection process. The Firm is headquartered in Golden Valley, Minnesota with offices in Arizona, California, Iowa, Minnesota, Nebraska, Nevada, Utah, and Wisconsin. Its practice is focused on the development of attorneys’ litigation skills, strategies and industry knowledge.

Culture and Equal Opportunity

At Gurstel, we operate on our Core Values of Doing Right, Achieving Results, and Maintaining our Integrity. We champion diversity and are a fast-paced, enthusiastic group of people. Our culture is a fun and rewarding place to work. EOE- Gurstel Law Firm, P.C. is an Equal Opportunity Employer (M/W/D/V) dedicated to diversity in the workplace and offers a great work environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.