collections attorney
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Job Location:
Newark, DE - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
12 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Position Overview
We are seeking and In-House Collections Attorney who will work closely with the Firms General Counsel and finance team to address the full lifecycle of collections from client outreach through to litigation when needed. This includes evaluating current receivables initiating communications and determining the appropriate steps to collect on outstanding receivables including letters settlement offers formal litigation and post-judgment collection.
Key Responsibilities
Review outstanding client receivables and payment histories.
Assess and prioritize accounts based on legal and financial considerations.
Initiate and manage direct client communications regarding overdue invoices.
Draft and send letters negotiate pre-litigation settlements/payment plans.
Prepare commence and be responsible for collection litigation through trial.
Handle post-judgment collection proceedings.
Collaborate with the finance department COO and attorneys to implement tailored collection strategies aligned with client relationships.
Provide detailed updates and reporting.
Maintain documentation and ensure all collection efforts are compliant with applicable laws and ethical rules.
Requirements
J.D. from an accredited law school.
Admitted in both New Jersey and New York (required).
Minimum 5 years of experience in collections debt recovery or a similar legal field.
Proven ability to manage the full collections process from initial outreach to post-judgment collection.
Strong working knowledge of state and federal collections laws.
Excellent communication negotiation and organizational skills.
Experience working with finance or billing teams is a plus.
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