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Zwicker & Associates, P.C.

Legal Assistant

Brentwood, TN · On-site

$19 - $20/hr

... debt collection. Founded in 1991, Zwicker represents lenders in various consumer and commercial ... The successful candidate will be responsible for managing legal documents, analyzing and processing ...

Hall Booth Smith, P.C

Legal Secretary

Nashville, TN · On-site

$42K - $58K/yr

Open and manage or route attorney mail to appropriate counsel. Reviews and confirms all client ... Work may require traveling to offsite locations for collection of materials or filing of documents ...

Hall Booth Smith PC

Legal Secretary

Nashville, TN · On-site

$42K - $58K/yr

This position supports all administrative functions including case and calendar management ... Work may require traveling to offsite locations for collection of materials or filing of documents ...

Hall Booth Smith, P.C

Legal Secretary

Nashville, TN · On-site

$42K - $58K/yr

This position supports all administrative functions including case and calendar management ... Work may require traveling to offsite locations for collection of materials or filing of documents ...

Hall Booth Smith, P.C.

Legal Secretary

Nashville, TN · On-site

$42K - $58K/yr

Open and manage or route attorney mail to appropriate counsel. Reviews and confirms all client ... Work may require traveling to offsite locations for collection of materials or filing of documents ...

Farmers Home Furniture

Credit Manager

Dayton, TN · On-site

Manages and oversees the activities and operations of the accounts receivable and collection areas ... for collection. * Prepares paperwork prior to legal action to be initiated against severely late ...

Farmers Home Furniture

Credit Manager

New Tazewell, TN · On-site

Manages and oversees the activities and operations of the accounts receivable and collection areas ... for collection. * Prepares paperwork prior to legal action to be initiated against severely late ...

Farmers Home Furniture

Credit Manager

New Tazewell, TN · On-site

Manages and oversees the activities and operations of the accounts receivable and collection areas ... for collection. * Prepares paperwork prior to legal action to be initiated against severely late ...

Farmers Home Furniture

Credit Manager

Ripley, TN

Manages and oversees the activities and operations of the accounts receivable and collection areas ... for collection. * Prepares paperwork prior to legal action to be initiated against severely late ...

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Farmers Home Furniture

Credit Manager

New Tazewell, TN · On-site

Manages and oversees the activities and operations of the accounts receivable and collection areas ... for collection. * Prepares paperwork prior to legal action to be initiated against severely late ...

Farmers Home Furniture

Credit Manager

Ripley, TN · On-site

Manages and oversees the activities and operations of the accounts receivable and collection areas ... for collection. * Prepares paperwork prior to legal action to be initiated against severely late ...

New

Farmers Home Furniture

Credit Manager

Dayton, TN

Manages and oversees the activities and operations of the accounts receivable and collection areas ... for collection. * Prepares paperwork prior to legal action to be initiated against severely late ...

Farmers Home Furniture

Credit Manager

Dayton, TN · On-site

Manages and oversees the activities and operations of the accounts receivable and collection areas ... for collection. * Prepares paperwork prior to legal action to be initiated against severely late ...

Farmers Home Furniture

Credit Manager

New Tazewell, TN · On-site

Manages and oversees the activities and operations of the accounts receivable and collection areas ... for collection. * Prepares paperwork prior to legal action to be initiated against severely late ...

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What is a legal collection manager?

Legal Collection Managers are professionals who oversee and coordinate the collection of outstanding debts that have entered the legal process. They manage a team of collectors and work closely with legal counsel to ensure compliance with laws and regulations related to debt recovery. Their responsibilities often include developing collection strategies, monitoring case progress, and communicating with clients and courts. Legal Collection Managers play a critical role in minimizing financial losses for their organizations while maintaining ethical and legal standards.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a legal collection manager?

To thrive as a Legal Collection Manager, you need expertise in debt recovery, legal compliance, case management, and typically a degree in business, law, or a related field. Familiarity with collection management software, legal research tools, and regulatory frameworks such as the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (FDCPA) is essential. Strong negotiation, leadership, and communication skills help in managing teams and building rapport with clients and legal entities. These skills and qualifications ensure effective, lawful debt recovery while minimizing legal risks and maintaining positive client relationships.

What are some common challenges faced by legal collection managers, and how can they effectively address them?

Legal Collection Managers often encounter challenges such as balancing aggressive recovery targets with compliance to legal and ethical standards, managing a high volume of complex cases, and keeping up with evolving regulations. They can address these challenges by staying current on industry laws, fostering strong communication within their teams, and implementing robust case management systems. Effective collaboration with attorneys, clients, and internal departments is also key to ensuring successful recoveries while minimizing risk.

What is the difference between Legal Collection Manager vs Debt Collection Specialist?

AspectLegal Collection ManagerDebt Collection Specialist
CredentialsLegal or collections certifications, experience in legal processesCollections or debt recovery certifications, experience in customer contact
Work EnvironmentLegal departments, financial institutions, law firmsCall centers, financial institutions, third-party agencies
Employer & IndustryBanks, law firms, credit companiesDebt collection agencies, banks, credit firms
Search & Comparison IntentUnderstanding legal collection processes, legal complianceRecovering debts, customer negotiations

The Legal Collection Manager oversees legal collection processes, ensuring compliance and managing legal actions. In contrast, a Debt Collection Specialist focuses on contacting debtors and recovering overdue payments without necessarily involving legal procedures. While both roles involve debt recovery, the Legal Collection Manager has a more legal and managerial focus, often working within legal or financial institutions, whereas the Debt Collection Specialist primarily handles customer interactions in collection agencies or banks.

What cities in Tennessee are hiring for Legal Collection Manager jobs?

Cities in Tennessee with the most Legal Collection Manager job openings:

Infographic showing various Legal Collection Manager job openings in Tennessee as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 85% Full Time, 12% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 79% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 19% Remote job distribution.

Legal Assistant

Franklin, TN • On-site

SOUTHEAST FINANCIAL CREDIT UNION
Finance and Insurance • 51 - 200 employees
Learn more about SOUTHEAST FINANCIAL CREDIT UNIONexternal

$19.64 - $24.55/hr

Full-time

Retirement, PTO

Posted 13 days ago

Job description

At Southeast Financial Credit Union, our employees are an important part of our success. We are committed to providing an environment that fosters professionalism, growth, and opportunity. We recognize that our team is the reason we provide one of the highest levels of member service anywhere.

What makes Southeast Financial a great place to work?

  • Highly competitive pay rates
  • Generous vacation and sick leave and leave donation program
  • Company-paid employee group insurance and company assisted dependent insurance
  • Tuition reimbursement program
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Attractive 401k contribution matching percentage
  • You don't work for us...we work for YOU

The Legal Assistant supports the Credit Union's goals, values and philosophy by exhibiting the following behaviors: excellence, quality member service, commitment and accountability. As a member of the Credit Union's Legal team, performance includes demonstration of the following accountabilities: communication, job knowledge, teamwork, professionalism and quality member service.

Job Responsibilities

  • Provides administrative support for Legal Department, including, but not limited to: enters new cases in case management software; posts payments and delivers checks to branch staff; pulls credit card and account statements; orders supplies; reviews and submits invoices to supervisor; runs various reports; and updates team folders and legal tracking spreadsheet to ensure accuracy.
  • Receives all incoming bankruptcy notices and performs bankruptcy checklist for each case.
  • Pulls documentation for subpoena and levy responses. Reviews and respond to credit disputes.
  • Processes and distributes bankruptcy dismissal and discharge notices. Prepares and files all member reaffirmation agreements. Reviews accounts for surrender and prepares and files proofs of claim.
  • Assists paralegals with gathering information of collections cases assigned to third party vendors.

Performance Measurements:

1. To maximize the collection and/or recovery of credit union assets from accounts in Legal.

2. To maintain accurate and complete records of all activity related to Legal cases.

3. To maintain confidentiality of all credit union legal matters.

4. Maintains appointment calendars efficiently.

5. Adhere to all Credit Union Policies/Procedures and Regulatory Requirements.

Experience: One year to three years of similar or related experience.

Education: A high school education or GED

Interpersonal Skills: Work normally involves contacts with persons beyond immediate associates generally regarding routine matters for purposes of giving or obtaining information which may require some discussion. Outside contacts take the form of service to the public (members or vendors) requiring ordinary courtesy in providing assistance and information.

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