Seeking an experienced Collections Attorney who shares our values and is willing to devote their experience and abilities to helping our clients find resolution and certainty, to approach each case with compassion but maintain the assertiveness and knowledge needed to achieve results for our clients.
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.
Work Schedule & Flexibility
- Full-time preferred, but we are open to considering a reduced schedule (3–4 days/week) for the right candidate.
- Hybrid work environment: Full-time employees are expected to work at least 3 days per week in-office.
Salary and Benefits
- Salary Range: $225,000 – $250,000 annually. Final compensation will be determined based on experience, skills, and qualifications.
- Benefits: We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision coverage, a 401(k) retirement plan, paid time off, and other firm-sponsored benefits and perks.
If you are a dedicated and motivated attorney looking to join a reputable law firm, we invite you to submit your resume to mikki.hussain@gogpac.com or contact me directly at (281)769-8721.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.
GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.
