Debt Recovery Associate Attorney
Orion Placement
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Denver, CO
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Posted March 28, 2026
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- Evaluate delinquencies, handle case intake, and set collection strategy from day one
- Negotiate pre trial and post trial resolutions, including ADR when appropriate
- Oversee preparation and approval of pleadings in county court, district court, and bankruptcy court
- Drive post judgment collection strategy, including garnishments, interrogatories, stipulations, and foreclosures
- Prepare for and conduct returns, hearings, trials, appeals, and other proceedings
- Monitor and evaluate bankruptcies and foreclosures impacting collection outcomes
- Respond to client status requests and maintain clear status reporting
- Manage a high volume caseload, approximately 700 files
- Supervise and develop staff, delegating effectively to keep matters moving
- Participate in business development efforts and strengthen long term client relationships Qualifications
- Active Colorado law license, in good standing
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This is an on site role for the first year to support training, collaboration, and pace.
Hybrid flexibility may be available after about 1 year based on performance and business needs.
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- Note: You must be licensed in Colorado and have 3+ years of legal collections experience, including strong working knowledge of the FDCPA.
- Manage a high volume caseload, approximately 700 files
- Participate in business development efforts and strengthen long term client relationships Qualifications
- Active Colorado law license, in good standing
- 3+ years of experience in a legal collections practice
- Advanced knowledge of the FDCPA
- Strong organization and multitasking skills in a high volume environment
- Excellent writing, proofreading, and client communication skills
- Comfortable handling sensitive conversations with tact and professionalism
- Proficiency with Outlook, Word, and Excel, plus experience with case management and billing software Why You’ll Love Working Here
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- Proficiency with Outlook, Word, and Excel, plus experience with case management and billing software Why You’ll Love Working Here
Pay: $60,000.00 - $130,000.00 per year Why This Is a Great Opportunity
Build a highly marketable niche in HOA and community association debt recovery, collections, and foreclosure litigation
Run a busy, ownership driven caseload with real autonomy and clear measurable impact
Get consistent courtroom reps in county, district, and bankruptcy matters
Join a well established Colorado firm serving covenant controlled communities statewide
Competitive base salary plus bonus potential, strong benefits, and long term stability Location Lakewood, Colorado. This is an on site role for the first year to support training, collaboration, and pace. Hybrid flexibility may be available after about 1 year based on performance and business needs. Note: You must be licensed in Colorado and have 3+ years of legal collections experience, including strong working knowledge of the FDCPA. About Our Client Our client is a leading Colorado law firm focused on representing community associations and covenant controlled communities. They support condominiums, townhomes, and single family associations across the Denver metro area, Front Range, and mountain and resort regions, with a reputation for responsiveness, practical advice, and deep subject matter expertise. Job Description
Evaluate delinquencies, handle case intake, and set collection strategy from day one
Negotiate pre trial and post trial resolutions, including ADR when appropriate
Oversee preparation and approval of pleadings in county court, district court, and bankruptcy court
Drive post judgment collection strategy, including garnishments, interrogatories, stipulations, and foreclosures
Prepare for and conduct returns, hearings, trials, appeals, and other proceedings
Monitor and evaluate bankruptcies and foreclosures impacting collection outcomes
Respond to client status requests and maintain clear status reporting
Manage a high volume caseload, approximately 700 files
Supervise and develop staff, delegating effectively to keep matters moving
Participate in business development efforts and strengthen long term client relationships Qualifications
Active Colorado law license, in good standing
3+ years of experience in a legal collections practice
Advanced knowledge of the FDCPA
Strong organization and multitasking skills in a high volume environment
Excellent writing, proofreading, and client communication skills
Comfortable handling sensitive conversations with tact and professionalism
Proficiency with Outlook, Word, and Excel, plus experience with case management and billing software Why You’ll Love Working Here
Medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus HSA options
Short term and long term disability, life, and AD and D insurance
401(k) with employer contribution plus profit sharing plan
Annual compensation reviews and merit based bonus consideration
A fast paced, team oriented environment where high performers earn trust and autonomy JPC-561 Benefits:
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Health savings account
Paid time off
Vision insurance
Build a highly marketable niche in HOA and community association debt recovery, collections, and foreclosure litigation
Run a busy, ownership driven caseload with real autonomy and clear measurable impact
Get consistent courtroom reps in county, district, and bankruptcy matters
Join a well established Colorado firm serving covenant controlled communities statewide
Competitive base salary plus bonus potential, strong benefits, and long term stability Location Lakewood, Colorado. This is an on site role for the first year to support training, collaboration, and pace. Hybrid flexibility may be available after about 1 year based on performance and business needs. Note: You must be licensed in Colorado and have 3+ years of legal collections experience, including strong working knowledge of the FDCPA. About Our Client Our client is a leading Colorado law firm focused on representing community associations and covenant controlled communities. They support condominiums, townhomes, and single family associations across the Denver metro area, Front Range, and mountain and resort regions, with a reputation for responsiveness, practical advice, and deep subject matter expertise. Job Description
Evaluate delinquencies, handle case intake, and set collection strategy from day one
Negotiate pre trial and post trial resolutions, including ADR when appropriate
Oversee preparation and approval of pleadings in county court, district court, and bankruptcy court
Drive post judgment collection strategy, including garnishments, interrogatories, stipulations, and foreclosures
Prepare for and conduct returns, hearings, trials, appeals, and other proceedings
Monitor and evaluate bankruptcies and foreclosures impacting collection outcomes
Respond to client status requests and maintain clear status reporting
Manage a high volume caseload, approximately 700 files
Supervise and develop staff, delegating effectively to keep matters moving
Participate in business development efforts and strengthen long term client relationships Qualifications
Active Colorado law license, in good standing
3+ years of experience in a legal collections practice
Advanced knowledge of the FDCPA
Strong organization and multitasking skills in a high volume environment
Excellent writing, proofreading, and client communication skills
Comfortable handling sensitive conversations with tact and professionalism
Proficiency with Outlook, Word, and Excel, plus experience with case management and billing software Why You’ll Love Working Here
Medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus HSA options
Short term and long term disability, life, and AD and D insurance
401(k) with employer contribution plus profit sharing plan
Annual compensation reviews and merit based bonus consideration
A fast paced, team oriented environment where high performers earn trust and autonomy JPC-561 Benefits:
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Health savings account
Paid time off
Vision insurance