Attorney - Creditors Rights Litigation

Scott & Associates, PC; Newington (CT); On-site; USD 20,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

No billable hours

Salary + Commission up to $2k monthly

Training for attorneys new to debt-rec

Autonomy with team support

Job summary

Scott & Associates, P.C. in Connecticut seeks a motivated attorney to join our debt-recovery litigation team. You will negotiate, draft pleadings, manage discovery, and appear in hearings and trials within the state.

There are no billable hours. This role offers salary plus commission up to $2,000 monthly, with training for attorneys new to collections and opportunities to handle cases independently with a supportive team.

Qualifications

• Active Connecticut law license required.
• Ability to analyze cases and negotiate settlements.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail with ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Professionalism, discretion and client service are essential.

Responsibilities

• Negotiate and resolve pending litigation.
• Prepare, review, and file pleadings, discovery, and motions.
• Attend hearings and trials within Connecticut; mileage reimbursed.
• Collaborate with staff and opposing counsel to achieve fair resolutions.

Skills

Negotiation

Litigation

Case management

Independent work

Education

Connecticut bar license

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Scott & Associates, P.C. is a well-established, multi-state legal recovery law firm seeking a motivated Attorney to join our Connecticut-based team.

Since our founding in 2000, we’ve grown into a leading force in debt-recovery litigation, providing trusted and comprehensive legal solutions for major banks and creditors nationwide.

Our teams are driven, collaborative, and committed to delivering results, and we’re looking for an attorney who shares that mindset.

Why Join Us?

• No billable hours. Focus on outcomes, not time sheets.
• Salary + Commission Opportunity. Earn additional compensation for attorney-negotiated settlements up to $2k monthly!
• Supportive Environment. Training available for attorneys new to collections or debt recovery litigation.
• Professional Autonomy. Manage your caseload and courtroom appearances independently, with the backing of a knowledgeable support team.

What You’ll Do

• Negotiate and resolve pending litigation.
• Prepare, review, and file pleadings, discovery, and motions.
• Attend hearings and trials within Connecticut. (mileage and travel expenses reimbursed).
• Collaborate with staff and opposing counsel to achieve fair, efficient case resolutions.

What We’re Looking For

• Strong organizational and case management skills.
• Familiarity with courtroom and civil procedures.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and comfort using technology.
• Ability to work independently while maintaining professionalism in all interactions.
• Collection or litigation experience preferred — industry training provided for the right candidate.

Minimum Qualifications

• Active law license in the State of Connecticut.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze cases and negotiate effective settlements.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Commitment to professionalism, confidentiality, and client service.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions.

While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to use hands or fingers; handle or feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit; and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus. The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate.

Note

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbents will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, and abilities. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” relationship.