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Howe Law

Litigation Attorney

Alpharetta, GA · Remote

As a Debt Collection Attorney - Litigator, you will take responsibility for legally obtaining payment from customers who have been uncooperative in paying what's owed. This will involve ...

Aldridge Pite Haan

Associate Attorney

Atlanta, GA · On-site

$80K - $120K/yr

The Associate Attorney will be working primarily on consumer and commercial collection matters. The Associate Attorney position will entail managing cases from inception to completion, reviewing ...

Lazega & Johanson LLC

Associate Attorney

Atlanta, GA · On-site

Associate Attorney Lazega & Johanson LLC is a boutique law firm specializing in the representation ... Our firm represents community associations in the collection of unpaid assessments. With the ...

Poole Huffman

Bankruptcy Attorney

Tucker, GA · On-site

Be the lawyer you would hire to fight for you. Benefits: Competitive Compensation, Insurance ... Advising clients on bankruptcy-related matters, including debt collection, asset recovery, and ...

Poole Huffman

Bankruptcy Attorney

Atlanta, GA · On-site

Be the lawyer you would hire to fight for you. Benefits: Competitive Compensation, Insurance ... Advising clients on bankruptcy-related matters, including debt collection, asset recovery, and ...

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Associate Attorney - Litigation & Personal Injury

Alpharetta, GA · On-site

$50K - $70K/yr (+ commission)

Associate Attorney - Litigation, Personal Injury & Creditors Rights North Fulton - GA 400 & Haynes ... Managing collection and creditors' rights matters * Handling post-judgment collection proceedings

Poole Huffman

Litigation Attorney

Tucker, GA · On-site

... collection, creditors' rights, employment matters. Our Mission and Vision: Poole Huffman is a ... Be the lawyer you would hire to fight for you. Benefits: Competitive Compensation, Insurance ...

CIP PC.

Senior Business Immigration Attorney

Atlanta, GA · Remote

$115K - $200K/yr

In this role, the Senior Business Immigration Attorney will closely liaise with client contacts ... Annual Salary Range: $115,000-$200,000 Notice at Collection for California Applicants: -at ...

Zwicker & Associates, P.C.

Associate Attorney

Duluth, GA · On-site

$90K - $110K/yr

... debt collection. Founded in 1991, Zwicker represents lenders in various consumer and commercial ... Zwicker is presently seeking an Associate Attorney to join our team in Duluth, GA. We are seeking a ...

Zwicker & Associates, P.C.

Associate Attorney

Duluth, GA · On-site

$90K - $110K/yr

... debt collection. Founded in 1991, Zwicker represents lenders in various consumer and commercial ... Zwicker is presently seeking an Associate Attorney to join our team in Duluth, GA. We are seeking a ...

Zwicker & Associates, P.C.

Associate Attorney

Duluth, GA · On-site

$90K - $110K/yr

... debt collection. Founded in 1991, Zwicker represents lenders in various consumer and commercial ... Zwicker is presently seeking an Associate Attorney to join our team in Duluth, GA. We are seeking a ...

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How much do collection attorney jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 14, 2026, the average yearly pay for collection attorney in Atlanta, GA is $99,291.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $95,200.00 and $109,100.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a collection attorney?

Collection attorneys are legal professionals who specialize in representing clients seeking to recover unpaid debts. They assist creditors, such as businesses or individuals, by initiating legal actions, negotiating settlements, and using various legal tools to collect outstanding amounts from debtors. Their work can involve contacting debtors, filing lawsuits, obtaining court judgments, and enforcing those judgments through wage garnishments or asset seizures. Collection attorneys must follow federal and state laws, such as the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, to ensure ethical and legal debt recovery.

What are the typical challenges a collection attorney faces when negotiating with debtors or their legal representatives?

Collection Attorneys often encounter challenges such as navigating complex debtor defenses, maintaining compliance with federal and state debt collection regulations, and balancing assertive recovery efforts with professionalism. Negotiations may require creative settlement structuring, clear documentation, and effective communication to reach agreements that satisfy both client objectives and legal requirements. Additionally, Collection Attorneys must be prepared to handle high caseloads and deadlines while collaborating with clients, paralegals, and sometimes opposing counsel to resolve disputes efficiently.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a collection attorney, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Collection Attorney, you need a Juris Doctor (JD) degree, state bar admission, and knowledge of debt collection laws and litigation procedures. Familiarity with legal research databases, case management software, and electronic filing systems is commonly required. Strong negotiation, analytical thinking, and effective communication skills help you excel in resolving disputes and representing clients. These abilities are crucial for ensuring compliance, maximizing recoveries, and maintaining professional client relationships in a challenging legal environment.

What is the difference between Collection Attorney vs Debt Collector?

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A Collection Attorney is a licensed legal professional who specializes in debt collection, legal proceedings, and negotiations. They often work for law firms or creditors to recover unpaid debts through legal channels. A Debt Collector, on the other hand, is typically a non-legal professional or agency that contacts debtors to recover overdue payments, often following regulations but without legal authority to file lawsuits. Both roles focus on debt recovery but differ in credentials, legal authority, and work scope.

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Infographic showing various Collection Attorney job openings in Atlanta, GA as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 1% As Needed, 80% Full Time, 15% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 91% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 7% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $99,291 per year, or $47.7 per hour.

Litigation Attorney

Alpharetta, GA • Remote

Howe Law
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Job description

About the role

We are looking for a Debt Collection Attorney – Litigator to play a key role in our collection strategy. As a Debt Collection Attorney - Litigator, you will take responsibility for legally obtaining payment from customers who have been uncooperative in paying what’s owed. This will involve representation in court and providing guidance to a team of paralegal debt collection specialists. In this role you will work closely with our legal collection and support teams.


Note:

Recent law school graduates and current students are encouraged to apply.  You will have the opportunity to learn from senior associates on legal issues and will provide legal counsel to existing clients. 


This is a hybrid location position, meaning you will have a blend of in-office and remote work.


Key responsibilities

- Actively collect payments from debtors with unpaid invoices

  • Engage with senior internal and external stakeholders/legal representatives to negotiate payment plans, settlement offers and dispute resolutions

- Explain and defend service agreement terms as appropriate

  • Advise key internal stakeholders on legal debt collection opportunities
  • Research cases, prepare legal documentation and initiate court proceedings
  • Coach a team of arbitration, paralegal and small claims debt collection specialists
  • Represent Howe Law Firm in the relevant courts as needed
  • Manage a portfolio of high value customer debts and legal claims
  • Plan and organize workload to ensure Court deadlines are met
  • Liaise with the Howe Law Firm Legal Counsel where necessary
  • Involve local Howe Law Firm representatives as needed

- Deliver against a set of agreed performance targets


Qualities

- Commercial awareness.

- Persistent and goal oriented.

- Organized.

- Strong attention to detail.

  • Self-motivated and taking ownership.
  • Intelligent and analytical.


Qualifications

- Ability to drive legal debt collection and resolve commercial disputes.

- Solid organizational skills, including the ability to prioritize and multi-task in a demanding environment.

- Excellent leadership, motivational and relationship building skills.

- Self-starter who can work with direction but little supervision.

- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

- Willingness to go beyond the job description to meet business goals.



Other Information:

  • Background check required.