Attorney
King of Prussia, PA
Full Time
6413 LEGAL
Entry Level
Established in 1989, Portnoff Law Associates, Ltd. (PLA) is a law firm that limits its practice to the collection of unpaid real estate taxes and municipal utility fees. PLA now represents more than 200 municipal clients throughout Pennsylvania, with offices in King of Prussia, Allentown, and Aliquippa.
PLA is on the lookout for dynamic candidates who are fueled by a passion for excellence and excel in both verbal and written communication. Joining the PLA family means becoming part of a vibrant team dedicated to serving municipal clients with distinction. The warm and welcoming work environment at PLA has fostered lasting relationships, with many employees celebrating over a decade of success and advancement into leadership roles. PLA provides a supportive work-life balance atmosphere.
The primary location for PLA employment is our corporate King of Prussia main office with safe and free parking. The location is conveniently situated near Routes 76 and 202 with easy access to public transportation. But wait, there's more! PLA offers competitive employment packages complete with benefits that even include free access to our fitness facility. Get ready to embark on a rewarding journey with PLA!
Job Summary:
Attorney will conduct a “meaningful attorney review” of files to determine and implement the next steps in the Portnoff Law Associates, Ltd. collection process under the supervision of senior staff. Attorney will also review and sign pleadings and handle written and phone communications to counsel and property owners.
Qualifications:
Education and/or Experience
Compensation and Benefits:
PLA is on the lookout for dynamic candidates who are fueled by a passion for excellence and excel in both verbal and written communication. Joining the PLA family means becoming part of a vibrant team dedicated to serving municipal clients with distinction. The warm and welcoming work environment at PLA has fostered lasting relationships, with many employees celebrating over a decade of success and advancement into leadership roles. PLA provides a supportive work-life balance atmosphere.
The primary location for PLA employment is our corporate King of Prussia main office with safe and free parking. The location is conveniently situated near Routes 76 and 202 with easy access to public transportation. But wait, there's more! PLA offers competitive employment packages complete with benefits that even include free access to our fitness facility. Get ready to embark on a rewarding journey with PLA!
Job Summary:
Attorney will conduct a “meaningful attorney review” of files to determine and implement the next steps in the Portnoff Law Associates, Ltd. collection process under the supervision of senior staff. Attorney will also review and sign pleadings and handle written and phone communications to counsel and property owners.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Review and sign pleadings. Resolve any issues where pleadings are not ready to be filed.
- Review files to ensure that validation of the debt pursuant to the FDCPA has been met and diary them appropriately for the next steps in the process.
- Review files to ascertain whether notice requirements under 53 P.S. §7106 are met.
- Review and sign legal demand letters. Resolve any issues where they are not ready to be mailed.
- Ensure that service of the writ of scire facias has been made according to the Rules of Civil Procedure; prepare, review and sign Rule 237.1 notice of our intent to enter default judgment.
- Communicate with counsel and property owners by phone and/or email as needed.
- Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
- Know and apply the relevant federal and state laws, including but not limited to the Municipal Claims and Tax Liens Act, 53 P.S. §7101, et seq., the Fair Debt Collections Practices Act and the FCEUA.
- Excellent organization, prioritization and time management skills.
- Dependable, with strong work ethic and personal integrity.
- PC Proficient: Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, Word, Teams).
Education and/or Experience
- JD with Pennsylvania License.
- Collection experience preferred
Compensation and Benefits:
- Commensurate with experience
- Health Reimbursement Arrangement (Full-time employees)
- Dental and Vision Coverage (Full-time employees)
- 401(k) Retirement Investment Plan with Employer Match
- Paid Time Off & Holidays (Full-time employees)
- Section 125 Flexible Spending Account
- Portable Colonial Supplemental Life and STD/LTD Insurance Options
- Employee Assistance Program
- Free Fitness Facility
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