Description:
A Litigiation Law Firm, a part of Harris & Harris, has over 50 years of experience in litigiation and compliance in the revenue recovery field, specializing in the utilities, government, and healthcare markets. We're looking for friendly, professional, and motivated Associate Attorney to join our Litigation team. If you're looking for a company that embraces the principles of respect, compassion, and trust, apply today!Associate Attorney – Litigation
The Associate Attorney will be responsible for professionally representing creditor clients and assist in obtaining a favorable outcome.
- Develop a strong professional rapport with defendants and attorneys in person and over the phone to promote a positive working relationship, company brand and reputation.
- Carefully evaluate cases within required timelines to determine how to proceed on upcoming court calls and ensure a favorable decision for our clients.
- Appear at administrative hearings for court calls and motions on behalf of the clients.
- Appear in Federal Court for bankruptcy motions and hearings.
- Efficiently prepare legal correspondences and review documents for signatures/filings; effectively coach administrative staff on tasks that can be delegated to non-attorneys to enable the lawyers to maximize their time.
- Handle third party liability accounts by negotiating with insurance companies and attorneys.
- Put highly legal/technical information into simple terms for defendants.
- Aggressively negotiate towards the ideal resolution for Arnold Scott Harris, P.C. and the client that are focused on mutual agreement and cost-effectiveness.
- Manage special goodwill assignments and projects to ensure client satisfaction, gain their trust and strengthen working relationship.
- Manage processes and support staff.
- Participate in weekly operations meeting; follow through on action items and bring any concerns to the Managing Attorney to develop and improve the department's overall goals and operations.
Must Have:
- Juris Doctor degree from accredited law school.
- Licensed to practice law in Illinois
- Intermediate to advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office including Outlook.
- Experience in web-based legal research.
- Must be available to travel to and from court in Chicago and the surrounding counties of Chicagoland.
- Independent, self-starter who can take direction from managers and work well with non-attorney legal staff.
- Ability to work effectively in a fast paced, self-directed, team-based environment.
- Excellent organizational and multitasking skills.
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
