Remote Collections Attorney - NY FDCPA Expert

UtiliSave LLC; New York (NY); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with match

3 weeks PTO

11 paid holidays

Remote work

Job summary

UtiliSave LLC is seeking a Collections Attorney to lead our accounts receivable litigation and build the company’s collections function. You will handle pre-litigation and litigation efforts, develop case strategy, manage dockets, and negotiate settlements while ensuring FDCPA compliance within New York law.

The role also supports Steifman LLP on broader legal matters. Remote work is allowed with a requirement to be based in the United States, though occasional travel for depositions may be

Qualifications

• Licensed to practice law in New York (or eligible to license within 90 days of offer).
• Other state bar admission strongly preferred (to support Steifman LLP work).
• Minimum 3 years of experience in collections law, commercial litigation, creditor representation, or related practice.
• Demonstrated expertise in debt collection law, FDCPA compliance, and enforcement litigation.
• Strong negotiation and settlement skills; proven ability to resolve disputes efficiently while protecting client interests.
• Meticulous attention to detail; ability to manage complex dockets, court filings, deadlines, and procedural requirements across multiple matters.
• Exceptional legal writing and oral advocacy; clear communication with customers, counsel, judges, and internal teams.
• Self-starter with proactive mindset; identifies risks, opportunities, and process improvements independently.
• Proficiency with legal research platforms (Westlaw, LexisNexis) and litigation management tools.
• Excellent project management and organizational skills; able to manage multiple matters and jurisdictions independently.
• U.S. Citizen or Green Card holder; no visa sponsorship available.

Responsibilities

• Lead all aspects of collections work against non-paying customers, including pre-litigation demand, skip-tracing, administrative filings, litigation, and settlement negotiation
• Develop and execute collections strategies aligned with recovery goals and regulatory compliance, demonstrating expert knowledge of New York collections law and federal FDCPA compliance
• Assess claims, estimate recovery potential, and structure collection strategy in collaboration with business teams
• File suits in appropriate courts; manage dockets, filing deadlines, court rules, and procedural requirements with precision and discipline
• Conduct legal research and discovery; analyze customer records, payment histories, and liability exposure to support litigation
• Negotiate settlements with customers and opposing counsel; document agreements to protect UtiliSave's interests and preserve business relationships where appropriate
• Represent UtiliSave at depositions, hearings, mediation, and trial
• Build relationships with courts, opposing counsel, and collection agencies to advance outcomes and credibility
• Advise business and legal teams on collections law, enforceability issues, regulatory risk, and process improvements
• Support Steifman LLP on litigation matters, legal research, and client work as needed to leverage utility bill auditing related research across the broader legal practice
• Conduct legal research on utility tariffs, rate design, billing compliance, and regulatory frameworks to support litigation and compliance efforts
• Review and draft contracts, engagement letters, and settlement agreements
• Analyze regulatory filings and compliance documentation
• Support due diligence and business review projects
• Contribute to knowledge management, research databases, and internal legal resources

Skills

Debt collection law

FDCPA compliance

Litigation strategy

Negotiation skills

Legal research

Oral advocacy

Litigation management tools

Tools

Westlaw

LexisNexis

Job description

UtiliSave LLC is seeking a Collections Attorney to lead our accounts receivable litigation and build the company’s collections function. You will handle pre-litigation and litigation efforts, develop case strategy, manage dockets, and negotiate settlements while ensuring FDCPA compliance within New York law.

The role also supports Steifman LLP on broader legal matters. Remote work is allowed with a requirement to be based in the United States, though occasional travel for depositions may be