Associate Attorney

Who We Are:

A Top Place to Work!

 We believe in small businesses and the people who grow them. At Credibly, we leverage cutting-edge data science, technology, partner relations, and customer support to provide business owners with accelerated access to right-sized capital solutions. From working capital loans and merchant cash advances to lines of credit, we offer a suite of financing products that can accommodate nearly any stage of business development or credit profile.

 Founded in 2010 with offices in Michigan, New York, and Arizona, we have provided access to over $3.1 billion to more than 61,000 small businesses nationwide. On top of being nominated as one of Crain’s 50 fastest growing companies in New York and making several appearances on the Inc. 500 list, Credibly was also recently named a Top 25 Lending Technology Company by The Financial Technology Report.

The Opportunity

The Associate Attorney functions under the direction and supervision of the Senior Associate Attorney. This position will be generally responsible for representing the Company in litigation on commercial accounts and other legal proceedings involving the Company and its affiliates by preparing and reviewing legal documents, discovery materials and pleadings, and providing guidance to the company's in-house litigation team.

What You Will Do:

• Work with a dedicated team of professionals to manage accounts and litigation as in-house counsel;
• Provide the highest quality legal representation, treat all customers with fairness and respect and thrive in a fast paced, high volume environment;
• Represent and defend the Company and its affiliates in courts of law; collect facts and evidence, try cases and perform other litigation tasks;
• Draft, review, and approve documents through the litigation life cycle;
• Ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations and company policies;
• Attend court hearings;
• Assist in pre-suit and post-judgment matters as needed;
• Work with the compliance and collections teams to enhance processes and quality of work;
• Participate in other activities and responsibilities as assigned.

Who You Are:

• Must be licensed in AZ.
• Education – J.D. from accredited law school.
• Experience – At least 1-3 years of practice in civil litigation/trial experience, with preference given to candidates that possess experience in debt collection, FDCPA, TCPA as well as creditors rights generally.
• Knowledge, skills, and abilities:
• Computer savvy and experience with Google Suite and Excel preferred
• Strong negotiation and communication skills
• Attention to detail and ability to multitask
• Outstanding time management skills
• Possess a strong work ethic and willingness to be part of a team.

How You Will Benefit:

• Hybrid work schedule based out of our Tempe, AZ headquarters
• 4 weeks of PTO on day one
• 8 paid company holidays
• Paid parental leave, bereavement, and jury duty
• 401(k) with company match (100% vested after 2 years)
• Medical insurance through BCBSM or BCN
• Dental and vision through BCBS
• HSA and FSA available, including LPFSA and Dependent Care
• Company-paid life insurance and short-term disability
• Additional optional insurance coverage

Physical, Travel & Other Requirements:

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit. The employee is occasionally required to stand; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance and talk or hear. The employee must regularly lift and /or move up to 10 pounds.