Associate Attorney

About the Firm

Blitt and Gaines, P.C. (BG) is an industry-leading debt collection law firm with over 30 years of experience. The firm employs 47 attorneys and 250 support staff across 9 offices in Arizona, Arkansas, Illinois, Indiana, Tennessee, Missouri, Iowa, Kansas, and Wisconsin. BG represents many of the nation’s largest financial institutions as clients.

About the Role

The Associate Attorney position is responsible for reviewing new claims and pleadings, as well as managing a contested litigation queue. Associates will gain substantial knowledge of court procedures, the litigation process, internal controls, and client and firm policies. This role offers trial experience and has no billable hour requirements.

Responsibilities

• Appear in court for the firm as needed
• Review new claims placed with the firm to ensure compliance
• Review and sign off on all pleadings (e.g., complaints and motions) before filing with the courts
• Draft various motions and responses to contested matters as needed
• Argue contested motions before the court, conduct trials, and handle arbitrations
• Manage telephonic and written contact with opposing counsel
• Prepare and respond to discovery or oversee counterclaims where BG or the client are named

Requirements

• Juris Doctorate and admittance to the Arkansas Bar (additional licenses in BG states is valuable)

Skills

• Proficient in Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel
• Experience with Collection Master or equivalent case file management systems preferred
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work effectively with a diverse group, including staff, judges, opposing counsel, and court clerks
• Tact, discretion, and courtesy when dealing with court officials, opposing counsel, and attorneys
• Ability to work independently, make responsible decisions, and maintain timelines
• Detail-oriented with strong record-keeping skills