Legal Counsel

The Judge Group; Columbus (OH); Hybrid; USD 122,720 - 144,372; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Job summary

A leading company in the legal sector is seeking a Lead Counsel-Collections in Columbus, OH. This mid-senior level position involves comprehensive responsibilities in collections litigation, requiring a strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills. The successful candidate will ensure compliance with applicable laws while handling both contested and high-risk collections matters, collaborating closely with business units to align strategies.

Qualifications

• Licensed to practice law in Ohio and Indiana.
• Mid-senior level candidate with experience in collections litigation.

Responsibilities

• Handle all aspects of collections litigation, including contested matters.
• Ensure compliance with consumer laws and jurisdictional rules.
• Maintain case information in the matter management system.

Skills

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Good communication

Ability to work independently

Education

Ohio law license

Indiana law license

Job description

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This is a contract and hybrid in Columbus, OH.

Description:

• The successful Lead Counsel-Collections candidate must be licensed to practice law in Ohio.
• This role will be responsible for handling all aspects of collections litigation, including contested and/or high-risk matters, from pre-suit review of accounts through post judgment collections including, but not limited to, account review, drafting, reviewing and signing pleadings, motions, and responding to discovery requests, conducting legal research, attending telephonic and in-person hearings, and representing the Company in depositions, mediations, arbitrations, and trial.
• Additionally, the Collections Attorney will ensure compliance with applicable consumer laws and jurisdictional litigation rules and procedures and assist in the development of internal litigation requirements, guidelines and protocols.
• The successful candidate must also maintain account, case, and court information in the Company's matter management system, including but not limited to, documenting account reviews, court hearings, discovery deadlines, and trial dates.
• Additionally, the candidate must collaborate with other business units, attorneys, and Compliance Department to ensure alignment of first and third-party collection strategies, handling of consumer complaints, and other related issues.

Qualifications:

Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

Good work ethic, good communication skills, and ability to work well independently.

Ohio law license

Law license in Indiana.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Contract

Job function

• Job function

  Legal

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