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Midland Credit Management, an Encore Capital Group Company · 1 day ago

Staff Counsel II, Legal Collections

TX - Houston

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

3+ years exp

Midland Credit Management, an Encore Capital Group Company, is seeking a Staff Counsel II to manage and resolve collection litigation. The role involves drafting legal pleadings, providing legal advice for compliance, and supervising non-legal personnel as necessary.

Financial Services

No H1B

Responsibilities

Create, review, direct and resolve collection litigation matters cost-effectively by working with business clients and legal support staff

Maintain and enhance company reputation with courts, venders, outside counsel, and consumers. Limit company exposure through effective advocacy on behalf of the Company in hearings, trials, and mediations. Negotiate with opposing counsel, conduct discovery and respond to discovery and prepare and attend hearings and trials

Represent client in highly contested cases, counterclaims, appeals and cross claims

Ensure adherence to Consumer Bill of Rights by enforcing relevant company policies. Determine appropriate settlements with consumers experiencing temporary or permanent hardships and communicate with consumer and counsel to encourage financial recover

Assist with special projects

Provide legal advice to company to support compliance with federal, state, and local laws

Perform other duties, as assigned

Qualification

Juris DoctorateLicensed to practice lawLegal case management softwareCreditor's rightsCourtroom experienceExecution skillsBusiness acumenMicrosoft Office proficiencyTraining paralegalsStrategic thinkingProblem-solving skillsAttention to detail

Required

Applicants must have current authorization to work in the United States on a full-time basis

Master's or Advanced degree in law (JD degree from an accredited law school)

3+ years legal work experience

Juris Doctorate, licensed to practice law in the state of Texas

Strong execution skills; highly accurate in both written and verbal communication

Strong strategic thinking, problem-solving, and analytical skills

Ability to make sound judgment and exercise discretion on legal matters

Demonstrates strong attention to detail

Strong business acumen

Preferred

Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook

Excellent with detail and analytical, accuracy and follow-through abilities

Experience with legal case management software

Experience managing or training paralegals and legal assistants

Experience with creditor's rights and collections

Court room experience

Benefits

Earn a competitive salary.

All employees are eligible for monthly incentives or annual bonus.

Grow at MCM with paid training and development programs – including our very own MCM Academy – as well as a promote-from-within philosophy.

We are committed to honoring great results – ranging from informal accolades to formal company-wide awards and prizes like all-inclusive vacations.

Pursue a degree or coursework related to your current role, or the role you are striving for.

Take advantage of comprehensive healthcare plans and options to ensure your continued health, plus fitness membership reimbursements, weight watchers, our wellness rewards Program and more.

Enjoy up to eight hours of paid time off each year to volunteer.

We also offer volunteer grants and matching financial donations, up to US$ 2,500 per employee annually.

Build a strong financial foundation and reach your goals for the future.

Celebrate your new arrival with company paid leave, new parent flex time, and child back-up care options.

Enjoy experiences that inspire bonds with your colleagues through a wide range of company-sponsored team-building events, such as holiday celebrations and department outings.

Enjoy paid and floating holidays, as well as generous paid-time-off.