Weltman, Weinberg & Reis Co., LPA
Senior Attorney
Weltman, Weinberg & Reis Co., LPA, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290
We are seeking a Senior Attorney licensed in Illinois to support consumer and commercial matters, trials, arbitrations, depositions, discovery disputes, contested collection litigation matters as well as title lien issues/disputes. Attorney should be familiar with UCC, FDCPA, etc.Position Purpose:
With appropriate supervision depending on experience, our Attorney will achieve resolution of client issues through routine negotiation and/or litigation requiring fundamental legal knowledge and experience, as well as practice other phases of law on various assignments of increasing complexity.Responsibilities/Duties/Functions/Tasks:Acts with the highest ethical standards both as a legal professional and as a member of the Firm.Actively promotes professionalism, collegiality and diversity within and outside the Firm.Directly and indirectly contributes to the financial success of the Firm.Delivers excellent customer service to internal and external clients.Represents clients at legal, administrative and other proceedings as assigned.Researches and interprets laws, rulings, and regulations and formulates legal opinions for review.Identifies causes of action and prepares lawsuits based upon an investigation of facts and applicable laws and procedures.Conducts discovery in conformity with applicable rules.Interviews clients and witnesses in preparation for legal proceedings.Reviews, drafts, and/or dictates legal briefs, correspondence, pleadings, and other legal documents.Acts in compliance with the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, and other applicable consumer protection statutes and regulations.Participates in the development of strategy, arguments, and testimony in preparation for presentation of cases.Represents and promotes the firm within the community and at public, social, and business gatherings as appropriate.Monitors routine case files to formulate next course of action and ensure deadlines are maintained.Assigns and reviews the work of department staff, as required.Develops and maintains relationships with current clients.Negotiates with individuals to achieve final resolution of cases, arrange legal settlements, and resolve routine issues, as assigned.Completes both required and applicable optional learning classes and opportunities.Completes all required training applicable to assigned position.Position must be Illinois licensed but may reside in other areas outside Chicago (Wisconsin, Indiana, or Central/Southern Illinois).Additional duties as requested or required.COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:Paid Time Off (PTO) - 21 days annually + 8 Company paid holidays.Salary negotiable with experience.Competitive benefits -- Medical, Rx, Dental, Vision, Life, and Disability Insurance after 30 days and 401(k).Promotional opportunities from within the firm.Employee Perks Available from Verizon, Car Dealerships, Local Movie Theaters, Theme Parks, etc.Weltman/WWR is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to Excellence through Diversity!
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With appropriate supervision depending on experience, our Attorney will achieve resolution of client issues through routine negotiation and/or litigation requiring fundamental legal knowledge and experience, as well as practice other phases of law on various assignments of increasing complexity.Responsibilities/Duties/Functions/Tasks:Acts with the highest ethical standards both as a legal professional and as a member of the Firm.Actively promotes professionalism, collegiality and diversity within and outside the Firm.Directly and indirectly contributes to the financial success of the Firm.Delivers excellent customer service to internal and external clients.Represents clients at legal, administrative and other proceedings as assigned.Researches and interprets laws, rulings, and regulations and formulates legal opinions for review.Identifies causes of action and prepares lawsuits based upon an investigation of facts and applicable laws and procedures.Conducts discovery in conformity with applicable rules.Interviews clients and witnesses in preparation for legal proceedings.Reviews, drafts, and/or dictates legal briefs, correspondence, pleadings, and other legal documents.Acts in compliance with the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, and other applicable consumer protection statutes and regulations.Participates in the development of strategy, arguments, and testimony in preparation for presentation of cases.Represents and promotes the firm within the community and at public, social, and business gatherings as appropriate.Monitors routine case files to formulate next course of action and ensure deadlines are maintained.Assigns and reviews the work of department staff, as required.Develops and maintains relationships with current clients.Negotiates with individuals to achieve final resolution of cases, arrange legal settlements, and resolve routine issues, as assigned.Completes both required and applicable optional learning classes and opportunities.Completes all required training applicable to assigned position.Position must be Illinois licensed but may reside in other areas outside Chicago (Wisconsin, Indiana, or Central/Southern Illinois).Additional duties as requested or required.COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:Paid Time Off (PTO) - 21 days annually + 8 Company paid holidays.Salary negotiable with experience.Competitive benefits -- Medical, Rx, Dental, Vision, Life, and Disability Insurance after 30 days and 401(k).Promotional opportunities from within the firm.Employee Perks Available from Verizon, Car Dealerships, Local Movie Theaters, Theme Parks, etc.Weltman/WWR is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to Excellence through Diversity!
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