MANAGING ATTORNEY LEGAL COLLECTIONS - COLORADO LICENSE REQUIRED Midland Credit Management |
This position is for a Colorado licensed attorney based and officing in Houston, Texas.
The Managing Attorney for the state of Colorado will be responsible for using his or her knowledge and skills to advocate for the company in legal collections matters, developing and enhancing the company's processes, and helping to maintain the company's ethical and compliance standards. This position is also responsible for managing the performance and duties of other team members (both other attorneys and support staff), and be responsible for ensuring that operations in locations under the Managing Attorney's responsibility are consistent with company policy and applicable law. The position may report to a Regional Managing Attorney of Legal Collections. Alternatively, it may report to a Vice President in the legal organization or to the Director of Legal Collection. Managing Attorney and staff will be based in our Houston, Texas office.
https://encore.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/externalnew/job/TX---Houston/Managing-Attorney--Legal-Collections---Colorado-License-Required_HR-14772
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Expires
08/01/2023 |
Full Remote Position - Texas Creditors' Rights AttorneyWright Law Group, PLLC |
Wright Law Group, the center for excellence in the practice of commercial finance enforcement, is looking for an experienced Texas Creditors’ Rights Attorney to join our busy Texas practice. We work on behalf of sophisticated commercial finance clients to recover collateral, litigate deficiency balances, enforce judgments, and handle creditors’ side bankruptcy matters. Clients include independent finance companies, financial institutions and banks headquartered throughout the U.S.
Our clients send cases to us every month because we get results. That means our attorneys do not have to worry about generating new business and can instead focus on producing outstanding, expert level work. We are not a firm that relies on billable hour requirements and facetime to measure employee performance. Instead, our attorneys are evaluated based on the client experience via objective, measurable Key Performance Indicators built to promote long-term client relationships. Outstanding client service and top-notch work product are the keys to success within our team.
As a remote-first organization since 2009, we've built the processes, systems and culture to support our attorneys wherever they are located. We expect our attorneys to operate with a high degree of autonomy, supported by a culture of collaboration within the firm. The right person for the job is the kind of attorney that takes personal responsibility for case success and explores every avenue for debt recovery. You will have direct contact with our most precious resource, our clients, and we will entrust you to do great work for them. |
Expires
06/30/2023 |
Assistant County Attorney - Compliance & Revenue Division (Property Tax Collections)Harris County – County Attorney's Office |
The Harris County Attorney's Office (HCAO) is seeking a highly self-motivated and energetic attorney to join our property tax collection team in Compliance and Revenue Division which specializes in lawsuits for debt collection and enforcement of laws that protect the interest of Harris County. The property tax collections Attorney in this role is responsible for providing legal counsel, researching, negotiating, and drafting legal documents, including, but not limited to, the job duties listed below, and ensures the smooth and timely preparation of cases from inception through trial, which requires an understanding of legal principles and procedures.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Provide legal counsel for Harris County.
Assist in the development and creation of the team’s process and procedures.
Supervise and train support staff.
Research and analyze legal issues related to the Harris County Tax Assessor-Collector (“HCTO”) policies and procedures relevant to property tax collections.
Draft, prepare, review, and negotiate settlement agreements relevant to property tax collections.
Act as liaison regarding legal issues affecting client departments and other departments and/or governmental entities.
Develop and manage relationships with clients, the public, attorneys, and other work groups related to assigned cases.
Client development and client interaction.
Strong work ethic, great organizational skills, superb inter-personal and social skills, self-starter, responsible, and enjoy working as part of a team.
Work closely with staff on collection and litigation activities.
Suit preparation and review, motion practice, discovery, large caseload management, substantial trial work in tax court, District Courts, and appellate process.
Review all facts, legal issues, and documents in a case prior to court appearance.
Assist with appellate and complex matters.
Perform multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining an effective balance of priorities and high productivity.
Maintains knowledge of the procedures to open, close, and update files and notes accurately using the case management database and run reports.
Respond promptly to phone calls, emails, and other correspondence.
Participate in one-on-one sessions with management to give and receive feedback.
Encourage and mentor attorneys, paralegals, interns, and law clerks.
Participate in Division staff meetings.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Supporting Job Application Documents:
Applicants should provide a cover letter, resume, and three (3) professional references with their application.
Education and Experience:
Active Bar License in Good Standing for the State of Texas.
A minimum of three (3) years of legal experience.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Excellent research, writing, and communication skills.
Excellent interpersonal communication skills and ability to communicate and work in a collaborative group.
Proficiency with technology and legal tools such as Windows 10, Microsoft 365, Adobe Acrobat Software, JIMS, TLO, and DEEDS.
Knowledge of The Texas Tax Code, the Local Government Code, the Texas and Federal Rules of Civil Procedure, Bankruptcy, and the Texas Rules of Professional Conduct.
Knowledge of Harris County Tax Assessor-Collector (“HCTO”) policies and procedures relevant to toll road violations.
Ability to comply with the Harris County Personnel Policies and Procedures and the policies of the County Attorney.
Ability to gather, organize, and summarize legal issues quickly for clients or management, in person or via email.
Ability to perform thorough legal and factual analyses and exercise good judgment.
Occasional ability to work extended hours to accommodate case load demands.
Ability to problem solve, organize, and prioritize assignments to meet deadlines.
Ability to comply with office training requirements.
General Information
Located in downtown Houston, the Harris County Attorney’s Office represents Harris County government, the Harris County Flood Control District, the Harris County Toll Road Authority, and the Greater Harris County 9-1-1 Emergency Network in all civil matters, including lawsuits. The office also provides legal advice to county officials and employees.
Position Type, and Typical Work Schedule:
This is a full-time position.
Days and hours of work are typically Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, with occasional weekends and holidays as necessary.
Hours may vary based on the business needs of the HCAO.
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Expires
04/02/2023 |
Lead Assistant County Attorney - Compliance & Revenue Division (Property Tax Collections)Harris County – County Attorney's Office |
The Harris County Attorney's Office (HCAO) is seeking a highly self-motivated and energetic attorney to join our newly created property tax collection team in the Compliance and Revenue Division which specializes in lawsuits for debt collection and enforcement of laws that protect the interest of Harris County. The Assistant County Attorney in this role is responsible for creating the team to handle pre-litigation, litigation, or post-judgment property tax collection along with the direction of management. The Assistant County Attorney will be responsible for creating the process and procedures for the team, supervising personnel, and maintaining the team’s standard and quality of work. This includes managing relevant employees, setting deadlines, communicating with management about the state of the project, prepare reports for upper management regarding status of the projects, ensuring projects stay on track and on budget, and adjusting if necessary to meet new requirements and scope changes. The Assistant County Attorney is also responsible for legal cases and counsel to various Harris County departments.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Provide legal counsel for Harris County.
Strong work ethic, great organizational skills, superb inter-personal and social skills, self-starter, responsible, and enjoy working as part of a team.
Creates and develops property tax team.
Manages, trains, and supervise personnel.
Communicates effectively with senior management, elected officials and their staff, stakeholders, and other public agencies.
Research and analyze legal issues related to the Harris County Tax Assessor-Collector (“HCTO”) policies and procedures relevant to property tax collections.
Develop and manage relationships with clients, the public, attorneys, and other work groups related to assigned cases.
Work closely with staff on collection and litigation activities.
Review all facts, legal issues, and documents in a case prior to court appearance.
Draft, prepare, review, and negotiate settlement agreements relevant to property tax collections.
Suit preparation and review, motion practice, discovery, large caseload management, substantial trial work in tax court, District Courts, and appellate process.
Perform multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining an effective balance of priorities and high productivity.
Maintains knowledge of the procedures to open, close, and update files and notes accurately using the case management database and run reports.
Respond promptly to phone calls, emails, and other correspondence.
Participate in one-on-one sessions with management to give and receive feedback.
Encourage and mentor attorneys, paralegals, interns, and law clerks.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Supporting Job Application Documents:
Applicants should provide a cover letter, resume, and three (3) professional references with their application.
Education and Experience:
Active Bar License in Good Standing for the State of Texas.
A minimum of seven (7) years of legal experience.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Excellent research, writing, and communication skills.
Excellent interpersonal communication skills and ability to communicate and work in a collaborative group.
Proficiency with technology and legal tools such as Windows 10, Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, Adobe Acrobat Software, PowerPoint, JIMS, TLO, and DEEDS.
Knowledge of The Texas Tax Code, the Local Government Code, the Texas and Federal Rules of Civil Procedure, Bankruptcy, and the Texas Rules of Professional Conduct.
Knowledge of Harris County Tax Assessor-Collector (“HCTO”) policies.
Ability to comply with the Harris County Personnel Policies and Procedures and the policies of the County Attorney.
Ability to gather, organize, and summarize legal issues quickly for clients or management, in person or via email.
Ability to perform thorough legal and factual analyses and exercise good judgment.
Occasional ability to work extended hours to accommodate case load demands.
Ability to problem solve, organize, and prioritize assignments to meet deadlines.
Ability to comply with office training requirements.
Ability to work in a fast-paced and deadline-driven environment.
Willingness to work occasional evenings or weekends as needed.
General Information
Located in downtown Houston, the Harris County Attorney’s Office represents Harris County government, the Harris County Flood Control District, the Harris County Toll Road Authority, and the Greater Harris County 9-1-1 Emergency Network in all civil matters, including lawsuits. The office also provides legal advice to county officials and employees.
Position Type and Typical Work Schedule:
This is a full-time position.
Days and hours of work are typically Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, with occasional weekends and holidays as necessary.
Hours may vary based on the business needs of the HCAO.
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Expires
04/02/2023 |
Staff Counsel Legal CollectionsEncore Capital Group |
Encore Capital Group is looking for a Staff Counsel for its Houston office. The Staff Counsel manages / resolves collection litigation; provides legal support for the collections litigation business unit; oversees or interacts with outside collections / defense counsel; provides legal advice in connection with the company's business operations; supports corporate compliance with laws and regulations governing debt collection and related activities; conducts legal research; and, assists with special projects as required.
The full position details may be viewed at https://careers.encorecapital.com/job/ECGRUS_REQ04489/Staff-Counsel-Legal-Collections.
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Expires
07/01/2019 |
