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Quilling Selander Lownds Winslett & Moser P C

Associate Litigation Attorney

Quilling Selander Lownds Winslett & Moser P C, Plano, Texas, us, 75086

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Overview Quilling, Selander, Lownds, Winslett & Moser seeks an associate attorney with 3 to 10 years of experience for its Consumer Financial Litigation practice group.

Responsibilities

Prepare correspondence and legal documents such as contracts, pleadings, briefs, affidavits, motions, and settlement agreements for contract negotiations and proceedings

Conduct legal research, prepare for and attend hearings and / or other legal proceedings, and provide legal counsel with the help of senior associate attorneys

Analyze conflicts in legal matters, advise clients on solutions, and negotiate on behalf of clients

Communicate with senior associates, paralegals, and clients to ensure cases are handled efficiently

Maintain client files in an organized fashion to ensure up-to-date information is handy for other attorneys, paralegals and support staff

Preferred Experience The ideal candidate would have 3-10 years working knowledge of the following:

Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (FDCPA)

CFPB’s Amendments to Reg F

Debt collection practices in federal and Texas courts

Writs of Sequestration

Defending creditors in consumer bankruptcy

Tenant Estoppels

Home Equity Mortgages and Home Equity Lines of Credit

Business Lending for financial institutions

Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA)

Consumer law

Telephone Consumer Practices Act (TCPA)

Qualifications and Education Requirements

Licensed in Texas, other licenses are a plus.

J.D. from accredited law school

Preferred Skills

A commitment to working ethically and always in the best interests of clients.

Excellent work ethic

Strong interpersonal skills.

Must be a self-starter and be able to work in a fast-paced, demanding environment.

Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.

Excellent verbal and written communication.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Speaking and writing opportunities

Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision

Bar expenses paid by Firm

HSA and FSA plans

401(k) Plan

Firm provided life insurance

Firm paid long-term disability coverage

Year-end bonuses and referral fee incentives

8 Paid Holidays, and PTO

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