About the Role
The Collections Attorney is responsible for managing account liquidations and partnering with the firm's collections department. This role involves handling civil litigation matters from inception through resolution, including internal firm lawsuits and client-related legal disputes. The ideal candidate will provide high-quality legal representation while treating all customers with fairness, respect, and professionalism.
Responsibilities
- Manage a high-volume caseload of civil litigation and collection actions, including demand letters and enforcement of judgments.
- Represent clients and the firm in various legal proceedings, including attending hearings, depositions, mediations, and trials.
- Prepare and respond to pleadings, motions, discovery, and correspondence.
- Negotiate with opposing counsel and debtors to achieve final case resolutions and create fair payment solutions.
- Provide expert analysis and advice on legal and regulatory risks to internal stakeholders and clients.
- Travel to various courts within the state as needed for legal representation.
- Maintain detailed records and case files using case management software (e.g., Clio).
Requirements
- Must have an ACTIVE Texas law license in good standing.
- Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.
- Minimum of 2–5 years of experience in civil litigation, preferably with a focus on collections or creditor’s rights.
- Exceptional legal research, writing, and oral communication skills.
- Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Westlaw, and case management software such as Clio.
- Highly organized, energetic, and motivated to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
- Must have an ACTIVE Texas law license for 2+ years.
- Knowledge of Google Suite or MS Office and case management software such as Clio.
Skills
- Civil litigation
- Collections
- Creditor's rights
- Legal research
- Legal writing
- Oral communication
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Westlaw
- Clio
- Google Suite
- MS Office
- Post-judgment collection
- Asset recovery
- Contract enforcement
- Business disputes
- Professional liability
- Mediation
- Conducting initial consults
Location
- Austin
Work Type
- Full Time
- Hybrid
Experience Level
- 2-5 years
Education Level
- Juris Doctor (J.D.)
Salary/Compensations
- $75k – $130k Base + a bonus structure with $70k+ annual upside
Benefits
- 401(k) with up to 5% company match
- Affordable Medical, Dental, and Vision plans
- Short/Long Term Disability
- Voluntary Term Life Insurance
- PTO
- Company holidays
- Earned hybrid option
- Dedicated paralegal
- Billing coordinator
About the Company
- We’ve spent over a decade building a reputation for excellence in Texas. Here, your skills are respected, your support is guaranteed, and your mission is clear: providing elite legal representation without the burnout of business development.
Equal Opportunity
- We recognize that diverse experiences, perspectives and backgrounds enable us to be an even stronger company and workplace. Not only will you be welcome here, your unique thoughts and opinions will be encouraged, celebrated and deeply valued.
