Associate Attorney needed for Houston office

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A law firm seeking an Associate Attorney in Houston. The Associate Attorney will primarily handle collection and litigation matters, including breach of contract and collection litigation matters. They will represent clients in court hearings, prepare and argue Motions for Summary Judgment, and manage a high-volume caseload efficiently while meeting client expectations.

Duties:

• Handle breach of contract and collection litigation matters from demand through judgment.
• Attend court hearings (both telephonic and in person).
• Prepare and argue Motions for Summary Judgment.
• Manage assigned case load in a manner that meets goals and client expectations.
• Handle escalated and time-sensitive matters as needed.
• Undertake other duties and special projects as required.

Requirements:

• Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school.
• Admission to practice law in one or more of the following jurisdictions: California, Arizona, Florida, Nevada, Texas, and/or Utah.
• Experience with the Fair Debt Collections Practices Act (“FDCPA”) and Article 9 of the Uniform Commercial Code (“UCC”) is a plus.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Proficiency in software tools, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Excellent research skills, including the use of legal and non-legal sources.
• Strong problem-solving and organizational skills.

Benefits Offered:

• Company-paid Life and Disability Insurance plans.
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans with Prescription coverage.
• 401K Retirement Savings Plan.
• Flexible scheduling (within reason, depending on position).
• Generous PTO plan for all full-time employees.
• Full equipment station at no cost for remote employees, including dual monitors.
• Employee Assistance Plan, offering free 24/7 counseling and consulting services to support emotional health and well-being.
• Wellness programs and employee discounts.

Company info

BCG Attorney Search
10777 Westheimer, Suite 1100
Houston
Texas
United States 77042
Phone : (713) 270-1199
Fax : (213) 895-7306