Collections Attorney – Commercial and Special Assets Group

SouthLaw, P.C., a nationally recognized leader in the mortgage banking and creditor’s rights industry, seeks an energetic, highly motivated and results-oriented attorney who is interested in an environment which demands legal reasoning, independent thought and creative problem solving. The firm specializes in foreclosure, bankruptcy, evictions, real estate collections and related civil litigation.  The current opening for the attorney position is in the Commercial and Special Assets department in the Firm’s Overland Park, KS office.

The successful candidate will be responsible for representing creditors and financial institutions in collection actions.  General duties include representing creditors in money judgment collection matters, reviewing legal documents, drafting legal pleadings, contract interpretation, dispute and issue resolution, negotiating settlements, communicating with clients and opposing counsel and assisting with the management of support staff.   Some court appearances and limited travel to surrounding metropolitan counties will be expected.

Compensation includes a full benefits package. Salary commensurate with experience and competency for the position.  For more information about the firm, visit www.southlaw.com.

Benefits

• 401k with Matching Up To 3%, Over a 3 Year Vesting Period
• Medical
• Dental - 100% Base Rate Paid by the Firm
• Vision - 100% Base Rate Paid by the Firm
• Life Insurance 
• Long- and Short-Term Disability
• PTO
• Phone provided by Firm

Qualifications / Experience

• Must be licensed to practice law in Kansas and Missouri
• Application for licensure in Iowa and Nebraska will be requested within 6 months from date of hire

• 2-5 years general civil court experience or comparable experience is preferred
• Knowledge of creditor rights law and experience handling collections matters is beneficial but not required
• Proficiency with electronic documents and general computer literacy
• Eligible to work in the United States

Job Flash Summary

A recognized leader in the mortgage banking and creditor’s rights industry seeks an organized, highly motivated and results-oriented attorney. The successful candidate must be licensed Missouri and Kansas. Responsibilities include performing legal services involved with foreclosure and real estate matters, including reviewing title work, dispute and issue resolution and communications with clients, mortgagors and opposing counsel.    

Other Duties

Please note this job description provides an overview and is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of all activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change with or without notice.

SouthLaw, P.C. is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against otherwise qualified applicants on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, age, sex, marital status, national origin, disability or handicap, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.