Staff Counsel II

7 days ago

Catonsville, United States Midland Credit Management Full time
Job DescriptionJob Description

The Staff Counsel II drafts, reviews and files legal pleadings. This person also manages and resolves collection litigation, provides legal support for the collections litigation business unit, and interacts with outside counsel as necessary. This person provides legal advice in connection with the company's business operations and supports corporate compliance with laws and regulations governing debt collection and related activities. The Staff Counsel II may also supervise non-legal personnel within the office.

 

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 company exposure through effective advocacy on behalf of the Company in hearings, trials, and mediations. Negotiate with opposing counsel, conduct discovery and respond to discovery and prepare and attend hearings and trials.
  • Represent client in highly contested cases, counterclaims, appeals and cross claims.
  • Ensure adherence to Consumer Bill of Rights by enforcing relevant company policies. Determine appropriate settlements with consumers experiencing temporary or permanent hardships and communicate with consumer and counsel to encourage financial recover.
  • Assist with special projects.
  • Provide legal advice to company to support compliance with federal, state, and local laws.
  • Perform other duties, as assigned.

 

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATION: Master's or Advanced

FIELD OF STUDY: JD degree from an accredited law school

EXPERIENCE: 3+ years legal work experience.

CERTIFICATION(S): Juris Doctorate

MUST BE LICENSED IN MA

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES, AND OTHER ATTRIBUTES:

  • Strong execution skills; highly accurate in both written and verbal communication
  • Strong strategic thinking, problem-solving, and analytical skills
  • Ability to make sound judgment and exercise discretion on legal matters
  • Demonstrates strong attention to detail
  • Strong business acumen

 

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION: Master's or Advanced

FIELD OF STUDY: JD degree from an accredited law school

EXPERIENCE: 3+ years legal work experience

CERTIFICATION(S): Juris Doctorate

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES, AND OTHER ATTRIBUTES:

  • Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
  • Excellent with detail and analytical, accuracy and follow-through abilities
  • Experience with legal case management software
  • Experience managing or training paralegals and legal assistants
Company DescriptionWe are more than the market leader in portfolio purchasing and recovery in the United States – we’re a powerful voice that has shaped an industry by focusing on pro-consumer practices from our offices around the world. We believe that great results and consumer respect go hand-in-hand. By partnering with our consumers and making credit more accessible, we create pathways to economic freedom and restore their financial health. Since we first opened our doors in 1953, we have transformed our business through innovations, advanced analytics, new technology and thought leadership. We’ve built an energized, fun environment that’s filled with life. The work we do has helped millions of people recover from their financial difficulties and rebuild their lives.Company DescriptionWe are more than the market leader in portfolio purchasing and recovery in the United States – we’re a powerful voice that has shaped an industry by focusing on pro-consumer practices from our offices around the world. We believe that great results and consumer respect go hand-in-hand. By partnering with our consumers and making credit more accessible, we create pathways to economic freedom and restore their financial health. Since we first opened our doors in 1953, we have transformed our business through innovations, advanced analytics, new technology and thought leadership. We’ve built an energized, fun environment that’s filled with life. The work we do has helped millions of people recover from their financial difficulties and rebuild their lives.

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