Rausch Sturm LLP · 3 months ago
Associate Attorney
United States
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$80K/yr - $90K/yrRausch Sturm LLP is a Creditors’ Rights law firm seeking an individual to fill the Associate Attorney position for their New Mexico practice. The role focuses on determining collection eligibility, reviewing legal documents, and representing clients in court settings.
ComplianceFinancial ServicesLegal
Responsibilities
Determine eligibility of files for collection efforts and the issuing of demand letters
Review pleadings, including lawsuits, motions for default judgment, and writs of garnishment
Review incoming correspondence and motions and take responsive action
Represent clients in court settings, including default motion hearings, garnishment hearings, and trials
Represent clients in court-mandated arbitrations
Attempt settlement with pro se litigants and opposing counsels
Provide analysis and advice on legal and regulatory risks
Maintain familiarity with state and federal consumer laws and keep abreast of any changes in state or local rules applicable to practice
Qualification
Required
Licensure is required with admission to the New Mexico Bar
Ability to prioritize and organize a high volume of information
Ability to work in a deadline-driven environment
Ability to interact effectively with people at all organizational levels of the firm
License to practice law in New Mexico is required
Knowledge of federal, state, and local laws
Ability to analyze case law and provide recommendations
Ability to draft legal pleadings
Ability to compose and/or review reports, legal opinions, correspondence, and other documents
Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer
Frequently required to talk and/or hear, and use hands to type, handle, or touch objects
Regularly required to stand and walk and may be required to stop, bend, or reach above the shoulders
Must be able to occasionally lift up to 25 pounds at times
Preferred
Knowledge of Bankruptcy Law or the FDCPA/FCRA/TCPA is a plus but is not required
Experience in collection law is a plus but is not required
Benefits
Health insurance (two plans available)
Health Savings Account
Flexible Spending Account
Dental (100% paid for attorneys)
Vision
Life insurance
Long-term disability
Short-term disability
Retirement Plan
401(k) Matching
Paid Time Off
Flexible schedule
Employee Assistance Program
Employee Referral Program
Volunteer Time Off
Bonus Program
Company
Rausch Sturm LLP
WHAT WE DO: For over 45 years, Rausch Sturm LLP has been nationally recognized as a full-service account receivables management law firm.
Founded in 1977
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Jen Rodgers
Chief Financial Officer
Kenneth R. Wake, JD, MBA
Global Chief Compliance Officer
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