Job description
Overview
Seeking a solo practitioner to meet our growing demand for an attorney licensed to practice in North Carolina. Ideally, the attorney has practiced for at least a year and has an interest in helping consumers resolve issues related to their debt. We will provide the attorney with a solid stream of income and the freedom to focus on legal work, not sales.
The ideal candidate must be able to work independently and have superior organizational skills. This position imparts broad responsibilities with strict time deadlines and exposes you to various areas of consumer law, including civil litigation defense, debt resolution, bankruptcy, the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA), and the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (“FDCPA”).
Responsibilities
Principal Duties & Responsibilities:
Providing prepaid legal services for a prepaid legal services plan registered in North Carolina.
Maintaining a challenging and diversified caseload.
Provide initial consultation to clients.
Assist and advise on litigation and non-litigation files.
Negotiate with opposing parties to resolve/settle claims.
Drafting Pleadings, Motions, Legal Memoranda, Stipulations of Settlement, etc.
Build relationships with opposing parties.
Keep clients updated on a regular basis.
Ensure all assigned accounts are worked timely.
Provide file updates routinely and/or upon request to support staff.
Qualifications
Test Qualifications
Required Skills & Experience:
Must be currently admitted to practice law in North Carolina (multiple-state admission is a big PLUS)
Ideally 3 years of relevant experience at a law firm but open to recent graduates as well.
Bilingual in Spanish a plus!
Possess superior organizational & time-management skills necessary to meet strict time deadlines
Highest ethical standards and professional integrity
Exceptional written and oral communication skills
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to partner with employees of all levels throughout the organization
About National Debt Relief
National Debt Relief was founded in 2009 with the goal of helping an expanding number of consumers deal with overwhelming debt. We are one of the most-trusted and best-rated consumer debt relief providers in the United States. As a leading debt settlement organization, we have helped over 450,000 people settle over $10 billion of debt, while empowering them to lead a healthier financial lifestyle and feel free to live their best life. At National Debt Relief, we treat our clients like real people. Our purpose is to elevate, empower, and transform their lives.
Rated A+ by the Better Business Bureau, our goal is to help individuals and families get out of debt with the least possible cost through conducting financial consultations, educating the consumer and recommending the appropriate solution. We become our clients' number one advocate to help them reestablish financial stability as quickly as possible.
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Benefits
National Debt Relief is a team-oriented environment full of rewards and growth opportunities for our employees. We are dedicated to our employee's success and growth within the company, through our employee mentorship and leadership programs.
Our extensive benefits package includes:
Generous Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits
401(k) with Company Match
Paid Holidays, Volunteer Time Off, Sick Days, and Vacation
12 weeks Paid Parental Leave
Pre-tax Transit Benefits
No-Cost Life Insurance Benefits
Voluntary Benefits Options
ASPCA Pet Health Insurance Discount
Wellness Incentive Program
National Debt Relief is a certified Great Place to Work®!
National Debt Relief is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other status protected by law.
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Who can apply
Eligible countries: United States. Accepted UTC offsets: UTC-10, UTC-9, UTC-8, UTC-7, UTC-6, UTC-5, UTC+14. Review the full description for employer-specific work authorization, residency and schedule requirements.