Employment Opportunities
At Jacobson, Sobo & Moselle, we are always seeking qualified candidates to join our “legal team”. We are presently looking for qualified candidates to fill the following position(s):
Office Assistant
Descriptions of all of the positions at the firm are listed below. We are only actively looking for the positions identified above. In the event that you are interested in employment with our firm, but do not see an immediate opening, please do not hesitate to contact us for possible employment opportunities.
NOTE: Jacobson, Sobo & Moselle is a non-smoking workplace. All candidates should be non-smokers.
Associate Attorney
Duties: Oversee a large caseload for a busy debt-collection law practice. Identify and implement efficient methods of collecting debts due, including bank and wage garnishment, property levies, and discovery in aid of execution. Attend a wide range of court proceedings in all counties and jurisdictions within the state. Handle hearings, pre-trial conferences, mediations, depositions, appeals, and trials. Engage in effective negotiations to ensure maximum recovery for our clients.
Requirements: Friendly disposition and willingness to be a part of a cooperative and collegial litigation team. Admission to and member in good standing with the Florida Bar. Transportation. Non-smoker.
Preferences: Civil litigation experience. Proficiency with Windows-based software and Westlaw research database. Fluency in Spanish.
Collector
Duties: Contact debtors to obtain payment, stipulations of settlement, and to establish repayment plans. Maximize collection for the firm's clients while adhering to the FDCPA and other applicable statutes and maintaining a calm and respectful demeanor.
Requirements: High-school diploma or equivalent. At least 5 years of related experience. Familiarity with and training in FDCPA compliance.
Preferences: Legal collections experience. Proficiency with Windows-based sfotware. Fluency in Spanish.
Director of Collections
Duties: Direct and administer all aspects of the firm's collections to ensure maximum recover for our clients. Responsible for the initial and ongoing training of all subordinate personnel. Establish policies and procedures to ensure adherence to the FDCPA and other applicable statutes and to response to debtor complaints. Implement processes to improve collections within client requirements both pre- and post-suit. Communicate with clients to arrange settlement opportunities. Establish and develop plans to achieve goals for the collections department.
Requirements: Bachelor's degree or at least 8 years of experience in Collections management. Familiarity with all collection concepts, practices, and procedures. Leadership qualities, including the ability to motivate members of the collection team.
Preferences: Legal collections experience. Proficiency with Windows-based software. Fluency in Spanish.
Legal Secretary
Duties: Perform secretarial duties for a busy debt-collection law practice, including but not limited to: file complaints, motions, notices of appeal, and other pleadings; track issuance and service of summonses, writs of garnishments, and other court papers; schedule/calendar hearings, mediations, trials, etc.; track entry of court orders; docket and record final judgments; data entry.
Requirements: Candidates should be reliable, industrious, friendly, team players with good organizational skills and attention to detail. Non-smoker.
Preferences: Civil litigation experience. Proficiency with Windows-based software.
Office Administrator
Duties: Develop, maintain, and enforce office policies and procedures. Facilities management of 6,000+ square foot leased office space. Acquire and manage office equipment to ensure smooth operation of the office. Hire, train, discipline, and manage a 30+ person staff. Serve as liaison between the firm and its accountant and other professional vendors. Prepare and update the office budget.
Requirements: Prior experience or training in law office management. Excellent written and oral communication skills including proper phone etiquette. Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, and Quickbooks. Willingness to learn and compy with applicable court rules. Non-smoker.