EquipmentShare is Hiring a Junior Collections Counsel

Job Summary: We’re seeking a Junior Collections Counsel with an interest in fast-paced litigation to join our Legal Department. In addition to working with other lawyers in the Legal Department, this role will work directly with the Credit and Accounts Receivable departments in a high-volume litigation practice recovering unpaid accounts for the Company nationwide. We are looking for someone with a drive to engage in all aspects of litigation practice including drafting pleadings and motions, attending regular dockets, motion hearings and trial practice.  EquipmentShare is a fast-paced, rapidly growing company with customers spanning most of the 50 states.  Minimizing unpaid AR helps ensure the future success and growth of the company.  We are looking for someone who loves a challenge and wants the opportunity to grow with a fast-paced company. Industry competitors often have layers of tenured management that create barriers to career advancement. The opportunity for career growth is unparalleled at EquipmentShare, where you’ll find no shortage of challenging yet fulfilling work, chances to build new skills and supportive teammates who will push you to achieve your best.

 

Duties/Responsibilities: 

• Prepare, review, and deliver demand letters to customers
• Manage cases from the initial filing to execution of final judgment
• Prepare accounts for suit
• E-Filing cases on the state’s case filing system and other data entry functions
• Draft and review legal documents such as petitions, affidavits, discovery requests and responses, judgments, executions, liens, garnishments, etc.
• Appear for dockets and argue motions before the court
• Field phone calls from customers to assist with collection efforts and coordinate payment arrangements
• Communicate with local court clerks, process servers, and sheriffs
• Research state statutes for various related legal issues such as local collections laws, liens, garnishments, levies, etc. 

 

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Proactive work ethic demonstrating initiative

• Ability to multi-task within a fast-paced work environment with very detailed information and maintain a high degree of accuracy
• Ability to organize, coordinate, manage self and time effectively, prioritize projects, and meet deadlines
• Ability to communicate effectively, professionally, and persuasively with employees, managers, and the public, both verbally and in writing
• Self-directed and able to learn and work effectively both independently and in a team environment
• Adaptable to growth and changes in organization, role, and systems
• Must be located in, or willing to, relocate to Columbia, MO

Education and Experience: 

• Law degree from an accredited university
• Admission to the Missouri Bar
• Admission to other state bars preferred but not required
• Collections experience preferred but not required
• At least 1-4 years litigation experience preferred

Physical Requirements: 

• Ability to sit for extended periods

Why We’re a Better Place to Work

• Competitive salary.

• Medical, Dental and Vision coverage for full-time employees.

• 401(k) and company match.

• Generous paid time off (PTO) plus company paid holidays.

• Stocked breakroom and full kitchen, chef prepared meals daily (breakfast and lunch).

• State of the art onsite gym (Corporate HQ) with instructor led-courses/Gym stipend for remote employees.

• Seasonal and year round wellness challenges.

• Company sponsored events (annual family gatherings, happy hours and more).

• Volunteering and local charity initiatives that help you nurture and grow the communities you call home. Employees receive 16 hours of paid volunteer time per year. 

• Opportunities for career and professional development with conferences, events, seminars and continued education. 

About You 

Our mission to change an entire industry is not easily achieved, so we only hire people who are inspired by the goal and up for the challenge. In turn, our employees have every opportunity to grow with us, achieve personal and professional success and enjoy making a tangible difference in an industry that’s long been resistant to change. 

EquipmentShare is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. EquipmentShare is an equal opportunity
employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation,
protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.