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Our nationwide law firm specializes in solving problems faced by entities that own or hold security interests in motor vehicles and other assets, e.g., banks, finance companies, and fleet companies. Due to the volume of cases sent to us by our clients, we are growing rapidly and looking to expand our team.

Primary Needs:

We are seeking an Attorney licensed to practice law in California.

• Self-starter with meticulous attention to detail, capable of managing high volume caseloads, and able to handle deadlines in a timely manner.
• Competency in the use of and ability to learn job related technologies such as Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel, and Teams; internet browsers; and case management software.
• Strong negotiation skills to resolve impound lien disputes with repair shops, tow yards, and government agencies as well as to resolve property damage claims with insurance adjusters and opposing counsel.
• Litigation skills for when negotiations fail; engage in ADR (e.g., arbitration) or when necessary, commence litigation and handle all aspects of the lawsuit.
• Timely review of new assignments: analyze, interpret, and evaluate all avenues to resolve cases for clients with legal/financial interest in high dollar value assets.
• Communicate directly with interested parties, including but not limited to; insurance adjusters, insurance claims supervisors, attorneys, body shops, tow yards, and clients by phone and through written correspondence.
• Negotiate and settle claims within discretionary authority; obtain necessary documents and releases from clients and confirm settlement satisfaction.
• Fully document all activity on the appropriate computer system(s); this includes recording all contacts, investigations, negotiations, and documentary evidence.
• Adhere to the Rules of Professional Conduct

What we offer: 

• To attract and keep the best talent, we offer salaries commensurate with experience and a competitive benefits package.
• We offer bonus pay and commission pay.
• We offer what you'd expect a top firm would offer; health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, FSA (depending on your chosen health plan), HSAs (depending on your chosen health plan), life insurance, disability insurance, employee discount programs, and much more! We offer 401(k) which you can contribute to immediately.
• We work in a team environment and pride ourselves on our willingness to help each other in all aspects of our practice.

Experience

In terms of experience, there is no “ideal” candidate for this position; we will review all resumes from entry-level to significantly experienced. We provide complete and comprehensive training once hired. All of our lawyers are full-time employees, and we currently do not establish of-counsel arrangements or co-counsel arrangements. We look for great lawyers in every state and in all practice areas, including non-traditional. In addition, given our growth, new supervisory and management positions are regularly being created. Note that due to conflicts checks reasons, no outside client representation is permitted.

Work Location: Remote 

We operate fully remotely. All interviews and training will be conducted using Microsoft Teams. The successful candidate must provide their own computer equipment and internet service.

Notice to Applicants

Goldfein & Associates PC will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act. You do not need to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you. After making a conditional offer and running a background check, if Goldfein & Associates PC is concerned about conviction that is directly related to the job, you will be given the chance to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide mitigating evidence, or challenge the accuracy of the background report. Find out more about the Fair Chance Act by visiting calcivilrights.ca.gov/fair-chance-act/.