Attorney

Attorney PositionThe 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.ResponsibilitiesActs with the highest ethical standards both as a legal professional and as a member of the FirmActively promotes professionalism, collegiality and diversity within and outside the FirmDirectly and indirectly contributes to the financial success of the FirmDelivers excellent customer service to internal and external clientsPossesses strong organizational, writing, and analytical skillsRepresents clients at legal, administrative and other proceedings as assignedResearches and interprets laws, rulings, and regulations and formulates legal opinions for reviewIdentifies causes of action and prepares lawsuits based upon an investigation of facts and applicable laws and proceduresConducts discovery in conformity with applicable rulesInterviews clients and witnesses in preparation for legal proceedingsReviews, drafts, and/or dictates legal briefs, correspondence, pleadings, and other legal documentsActs in compliance with the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, and other applicable consumer protection statutes and regulationsWith limited assistance, develops strategy, arguments, and testimony in preparation for presentation of caseMonitors routine to complex case files to formulate next course of action and ensure deadlines are maintainedInterprets laws, rulings, and regulations and provides authoritative legal advice for individuals and businessesNegotiates with individuals to achieve final resolution of case, arrange legal settlements and resolves routine and some complex issuesDevelops and maintains relationships with clientsProvides appropriate mentoring and serves as a resource for less experienced associatesMarkets firm services to prospective and new clients on an ongoing basisRepresents and promotes the firm within the community and at public, social, and business gatheringsAssigns and reviews the work of department staff, as requiredComplete all required training applicable to assigned positionRegular and predictable attendance is an essential function of this positionOther duties, as assignedQualificationsJuris 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 complaintsAbility to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentagesAbility to apply principles of logical or scientific thinking to a wide range of intellectual and practical problemsAbility 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 BenefitsThe expected compensation is $102,227-$132,787/yearPaid Time Off (PTO) - 21 days annually + 9 Company paid holidaysCompetitive benefits - Medical, Rx, Dental, Vision, 401(k), Parental Leave, Life and Disability Insurance and more. You can review our benefits at for more information.Promotional opportunities from within the firm.Fun participation in community involvement initiatives, office parties, and competitions.Employee Perks available from Verizon, Car Dealerships, Local Movie Theaters, Theme Parks, etc.Work RequirementsWhile 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 DemandsThe 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 empl oyee 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 EnvironmentThis 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.EOE Statement: WWR/Weltman is an Equal Opportunity Employer.