Associate Attorney

Blitt & Gaines, P.C; Bentonville (AR); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Blitt & Gaines, P.C in Bentonville, Arkansas is seeking an Associate Attorney responsible for reviewing claims, managing contested litigation, and appearing in court. The role offers trial experience without billable hour requirements. Candidates must possess a Juris Doctorate and be admitted to the Arkansas Bar. Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel is required, alongside strong communication skills. This position involves drafting motions and managing interactions with opposing counsel.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctorate and admittance to Arkansas Bar required.
• Experience with Collection Master or case file management systems preferred.
• Must have strong verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Appear in court for the firm as needed.
• Review new claims for compliance.
• Sign off on pleadings for court filing.
• Draft various motions and responses.
• Argue contested motions and conduct trials.
• Manage contact with opposing counsel.
• Prepare and respond to discovery requests.

Skills

Proficient in Microsoft Outlook

Proficient in Microsoft Word

Proficient in Microsoft Excel

Collection Master or equivalent case file management system

Effective verbal communication

Effective written communication

Ability to work independently

Ability to make responsible decisions

Education

Juris Doctorate

Admittance to Arkansas Bar

Additional licenses in other BG states

Job description

Job Summary

The Associate Attorney 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 will gain trial experience. This position has no billable hour requirements.

• Appear in court for the firm as needed
• Review new claims placed with the firm to ensure compliance
• Review of and signing off on all pleadings printed for filing with the courts such as complaints and motions
• Occasionally drafting of various motions and responses to contested matters
• Argue motions that are contested before the court as well as conduct trials and arbitrations
• Will manage both telephonic and written contact with opposing counsel
• Prepare and respond to discovery or oversee counterclaims in which BG or client are named

Requirements

Education/Experience

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

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Proficient in Microsoft Outlook, Word and Excel
• Collection Master or equivalent case file management system experience preferred
• 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
• Ability to work independently and make responsible decisions. Must be able to maintain time lines, meet deadlines, keep accurate records and be detail oriented