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Job Title: Associate Attorney
About Blitt And Gaines, P.C.
BG is an industry leading debt collection law firm that has been in business over 30 years. Our Firm has 47 attorneys, and 250 support staff throughout 9 offices in the following states: Arizona, Illinois, Indiana, Missouri, Iowa, Kansas, and Wisconsin. We are proud to represent most of the nations’ largest financial institutions as clients.
Job Summary
The Associate Attorney position will gain a great deal of courtroom experience by regularly appearing for BG in court. Further, this position is responsible for the review of new claims and pleadings in addition to managing a contested litigation queue. Each associate will gain substantial knowledge of all court procedures, the litigation process, internal controls and client and firm policies and procedures. This position has no billable hour requirements.
Essential Duties
Education And Experience
Juris Doctorate and admittance to Missouri Bar. (Additional licenses in BG states is valuable)
Both highly experienced and newly licensed attorneys are welcome to apply.
Computer Skills
Interpersonal Skills
Ability to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing. Ability to work well with a diverse group of staff, judges, opposing counsel, and circuit court clerks. Ability to use tact, discretion and courtesy when dealing with court officials, opposing counsel, step up attorneys and in-house attorneys.
Accountability
Ability to work independently and make responsible decisions. Must be able to maintain time lines, meet deadlines, keep accurate records and be detail oriented.