Attorney - Collections, California

Jefferson Capital Systems; California; Remote; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Jefferson Capital Systems is seeking a California-licensed Attorney for a remote position with travel for court appearances. The ideal candidate should possess 1-3 years of litigation experience and excel in a fast-paced environment, focusing on compliance and consumer collection matters. This role requires managing a high-volume docket, conducting legal research, and collaborating with legal support staff to ensure timely compliance with consumer protection laws.

Benefits

Career development resources

Diverse and inclusive community

Generous Rewards Plan covering health and financial well-being

Qualifications

• Licensed and in good standing with the State Bar of California.
• 1-3 years of relevant legal experience in litigation or collections.
• Ability to work independently in a remote environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage high-volume consumer collection dockets.
• Handle litigation from initial filings to post-judgment enforcement.
• Conduct motion practice, hearings, and trials.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Detail-oriented

Organizational skills

Time management skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

California State Bar License

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Legal document management systems

Job description

About us

Jefferson Capital Systems, LLC is a leading purchaser and servicer of consumer charged-off receivables in North America and the United Kingdom. With a strong reputation for compliance, innovation, and operational excellence, we pride ourselves on treating consumers with respect and dignity. Our legal team plays a critical role in ensuring our continued success in the dynamic and highly regulated consumer finance industry.

Job Summary

We are currently seeking a California-licensed Attorney to join our dynamic, multi-state legal team. This is a remote position based in California with regular travel to nearby courts required. The ideal candidate will have 1–3 years of courtroom experience and motion practice, and thrive in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.

This is not your traditional law firm setting. You'll be part of a collaborative legal process involving legal assistants, support teams, and multiple stakeholders, all working together to ensure responsible litigation and regulatory compliance in consumer collections.

What does a typical day look like?

• Manage a high-volume docket of consumer collection matters throughout California
• Handle all aspects of litigation: from initial filings through post-judgment enforcement
• Conduct motion practice, hearings, and trials both virtually and in-person
• Negotiate settlements and communicate with pro se defendants and opposing counsel
• Collaborate with remote legal support staff to ensure timely and accurate filings
• Maintain strict compliance with state and federal consumer protection laws (FDCPA, CFPB)
• Conduct legal research and work on special projects as needed

What qualifications are required for this position?

• Must be licensed and in good standing with the State Bar of California
• 1–3 years of relevant legal experience, preferably in litigation or collections
• Comfortable working independently in a remote environment
• Strong negotiation skills and excellent verbal and written communication
• Detail-oriented with exceptional organizational and time management skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and legal document management systems
• Demonstrated ability to adapt quickly, problem-solve, and work as a team player
• Familiarity with consumer collections and regulatory compliance is a plus
• Willingness to travel regularly for court appearances across various California counties

Why join us?

At Jefferson Capital, we're committed to supporting your career growth every step of the way. We offer full support and career development resources to help you expand your skills, enhance your expertise, and reach your professional potential. You'll be part of a diverse and inclusive community where your voice is valued, and innovation is encouraged. Our generous Rewards Plan covers health, financial well-being, work/life balance, and career benefits, ensuring that you're supported both personally and professionally.

Ready to join our legal team? If you're looking to grow your litigation career in a challenging but supportive environment – and you're passionate about delivering high-quality legal work that upholds compliance and ethics – we want to hear from you!

Jefferson Capital is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status, political affiliation, or any other legally protected status.

Final candidates will be subject to background checks, which may include criminal, credit, and professional reference verifications, in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.

Jefferson Capital is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you require an accommodation, please contact our Hiring Team at [phone].

We thank all applicants for their interest in this opportunity. Please note that only those selected for an interview will be contacted.