Staff Counsel: Collections Litigation & Compliance

Encore Capital Group; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 77,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

Encore Capital Group is seeking a Staff Counsel II to draft, review and file legal pleadings, and to manage collection litigation while supporting the collections litigation business unit. This role requires having passed the CA Bar, no exceptions, and current authorization to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

Responsibilities include directing litigation matters cost-effectively, negotiating with opposing counsel, and advising the company on compliance with federal, state and

Qualifications

• Juris Doctorate required.
• JD degree from an accredited law school.
• 3+ years legal work experience.

Responsibilities

• Create, review, direct and resolve collection litigation matters cost-effectively by working with business clients and legal support staff.
• Maintain and enhance company reputation with courts, venders, outside counsel, and consumers; limit exposure through advocacy in hearings, trials, and mediations.

Skills

Strong execution

Strategic thinking

Discretion

Attention to detail

Business acumen

Education

JD degree from an accredited law school

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Outlook

Job description

Encore Capital Group is seeking a Staff Counsel II to draft, review and file legal pleadings, and to manage collection litigation while supporting the collections litigation business unit. This role requires having passed the CA Bar, no exceptions, and current authorization to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

Responsibilities include directing litigation matters cost-effectively, negotiating with opposing counsel, and advising the company on compliance with federal, state and