Staff Attorney

Summary

Join Portnoff Law Associates, Ltd. as a part-time remote attorney. This position offers a flexible schedule with 20-25 hours per week, primarily focused on reviewing files to ensure notice and validation requirements are met. The ideal candidate will possess in-depth knowledge of relevant federal and state laws, including the Municipal Claims and Tax Liens Act. You will prepare and review legal documents, determine appropriate steps in the collection process, and maintain strong organizational and time management skills. The firm offers competitive compensation and benefits, including a 401(k) plan, flexible spending accounts, and reimbursement for CLE classes. One or two office-wide meetings in King of Prussia require attendance.

Requirements

• Licensed to practice law in Pennsylvania
• Computer Proficiency: Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Outlook, Word), Collection Partner or a similar collections database, DocuSign
• Dependable, with strong work ethic and personal integrity
• Excellent organization, prioritization and time management skills

Responsibilities

• Maintain an in-depth knowledge of the relevant federal and state laws, particularly the Municipal Claims and Tax Liens Act, 53 P.S. §7101, et seq., the Fair Debt Collections Practices Act and the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau’s Amended Regulation F
• Ensure that notice requirements under 53 P.S. §7106 are met for each account where applicable
• Ensure that validation requirements are met for each claim under Regulation F where applicable
• Prepare, review and sign legal demand letters via DocuSign
• Review claims to determine if a lien may be filed where appropriate
• Review files to determine what the next appropriate step in the collection process may be
• Other duties as assigned

Benefits

• Starting salary is $25/hour
• 401(k) Retirement Investment Plan with Employer Match
• Section 125 Flexible Spending Account
• Portable Colonial Supplemental Insurance Options
• Payment for Annual PA Attorney License Registration
• Reimbursement for CLE Classes
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Schedules
• Free Fitness Facility
• Opportunities for advancement