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Weltman, Weinberg & Reis Co., LPA
Attorney
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What they do
A Lawyer represents clients in legal matters or court proceedings, provides legal advice and draws up legal documents. Works on criminal or civil cases, and either specializes in one area or practices broadly across all areas of law.
$127,581 / year median in Alabama
+11% projected growth
Job Description
Login or Register Home Daily Jobs Post A Job Employers Create A Company Post A Free Job Post A Featured Job Search Resumes Job Seekers Dashboard Create A Resume Pricing Attorney A Nationally-Recognized Full-Service Creditors' Rights Law Firm 54 minutes ago Birmingham, AL 4+ Years Full Time
ATTOR002176 102,227
- 132,787 / Yearly Not Specified Share on Apply now
Description:
Description:
The Attorney achieves resolution of client issues through routine and some complex negotiation and/or litigation requiring fundamental legal knowledge and experience, and practices other phases of law on various assignments of increasing complexity.Responsibilities/Duties/Functions/Tasks:
Acts with the highest ethical standards both as a legal professional and as a member of the Firm Actively promotes professionalism, collegiality and diversity within and outside the Firm Directly and indirectly contributes to the financial success of the Firm Delivers excellent customer service to internal and external clients Possesses strong organizational, writing, and analytical skills Represents clients at legal, administrative and other proceedings as assigned Researches and interprets laws, rulings, and regulations and formulates legal opinions for review Identifies causes of action and prepares lawsuits based upon an investigation of facts and applicable laws and procedures Conducts discovery in conformity with applicable rules Interviews clients and witnesses in preparation for legal proceedings Reviews, drafts, and/or dictates legal briefs, correspondence, pleadings, and other legal documents Acts in compliance with the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, and other applicable consumer protection statutes and regulations With limited assistance, develops strategy, arguments, and testimony in preparation for presentation of case Monitors routine to complex case files to formulate next course of action and ensure deadlines are maintained Interprets laws, rulings, and regulations and provides authoritative legal advice for individuals and businesses Negotiates with individuals to achieve final resolution of case, arrange legal settlements and resolves routine and some complex issues Develops and maintains relationships with clients Provides appropriate mentoring and serves as a resource for less experienced associates Markets firm services to prospective and new clients on an ongoing basis Represents and promotes the firm within the community and at public, social, and business gatherings Assigns and reviews the work of department staff, as required Complete all required training applicable to assigned position Regular and predictable attendance is an essential function of this position Other duties, as assignedQualifications:
Juris Doctor Degree (J.D.) 4+ years of relevant experience or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. Ability to read, analyze, and interpret the most complex documents. Ability to respond effectively, and discretely, to the most sensitive inquiries or complaints Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages Ability to apply principles of logical or scientific thinking to a wide range of intellectual and practical problems Ability to deal with a variety of abstract and concrete variables. Knowledge of relevant laws, legal codes, legal/court procedures, precedents, and government regulations, including the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (F.D.C.P.A.) and other applicable consumer protection statutes and regulations, and processes and documents specific to assigned specialty area; electronic legal research tools such as LexisNexis; ability to interpret and apply legal principles and procedures and develop effective working relationships with clients, co-workers, and court systems. Must practice according to the rules of professional conduct and ethical standards as required by the attorney's licensing stateCompensation and Benefits:
The expected compensation is $102,227- 132,787/year Paid Time Off (PTO)
- 21 days annually + 9 Company paid holidays Competitive benefits
- Medical, Rx, Dental, Vision, 401(k), Parental Leave, Life and Disability Insurance and more.
Work Requirements:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit at the work station for extended periods. The employee must have the ability to communicate effectively in written and oral form; enter data into a computer; and operate standard office equipment including computer, telephone, printer, copier, and facsimile machine. Must be able to travel to various court locations to attend hearings. The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Normal office conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.Physical and Mental Demands:
The physical and mental demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to remain in a stationary position at a workstation. This position requires constant use of hands and fingers for typing and operating a computer and other office equipment. The employee must possess the ability to communicate information and ideas in writing and verbally. Occasional standing, walking, bending, and lifting of items weighing up to 15 pounds may be required. Close visual acuity is needed to read, analyze data, and view a computer terminal for extended periods.Work Environment:
This position operates in a professional office environment. It is representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. The employee will experience low to moderate noise levels and moderate interruptions. The workspace is well-lit and climate controlled. Similar Jobs Litigation Associate Phelps Dunbar, LLP Birmingham, AL Full Time Mass Torts Counsel Attorney- California Womble Bond Dickinson (US), LLP Huntsville, AL Full Time Mass Torts Counsel Attorney
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