Associate Attorney

Brock & Scott, PLLC; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Brock & Scott, PLLC is seeking an Associate Attorney in Ohio to manage matters from inception through post-judgment remedies. The role emphasizes high-quality representation, fairness to clients, and ownership in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.

Suitable for a newly barred attorney with strong research and advocacy skills. Responsibilities include handling a large caseload, negotiating with opposing counsel, and collaborating with the Managing Attorney to track progress and outcomes across

Qualifications

• Active Ohio law license required.
• Eligibility to waive into additional states in our footprint (UBE or reciprocity).
• 0–3 years’ experience in bankruptcy, collections, civil litigation, or related areas.
• Knowledge of federal debt collection laws and state civil litigation procedures.
• Ability to analyze case law and provide clear, well-reasoned recommendations.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong time management and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide respectful, solutions-focused interactions with customers while creating fair, sustainable payment resolutions.
• Demonstrate strong legal research, writing, and oral advocacy skills.
• Manage a high-volume caseload and offer expert guidance on legal and regulatory risks.
• Negotiate with opposing counsel to efficiently resolve cases.
• Travel to courts throughout Ohio, as needed, to represent clients and attend hearings.
• Collaborate with the Managing Attorney to report on activity, results, and case progression.

Skills

Ohio law license

Legal research

Legal writing

Oral advocacy

Time management

Organization

Verbal communication

Client interaction

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Our growing regional Creditors’Rights law firm is seeking a motivated Associate Attorney to manage legal matters from inception through post-judgment remedies. The ideal candidate will consistently deliver high-quality legal representation, treat all customers with fairness and respect, and thrive in a fast-paced, high-volume environment. We are looking for someone who embodies our core values: High Quality Work, Effective Communication, and Ownership.

This role is especially well-suited for a newly barred attorney.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide respectful, solutions-focused interactions with customers while creating fair, sustainable payment resolutions.
• Demonstrate strong legal research, writing, and oral advocacy skills.
• Manage a high-volume caseload and offer expert guidance on legal and regulatory risks.
• Negotiate with opposing counsel to efficiently resolve cases.
• Travel to courts throughout Ohio, as needed, to represent clients and attend hearings.
• Collaborate with the Managing Attorney to report on activity, results, and case progression.

Requirements

• Active Ohio law license required.
• Eligibility to waive into additional states in our footprint- this can be UBE or reciprocity (NC, SC, TN, MI, PA, RI, MD, VA, GA, FL)
• 0–3 years’ experience in bankruptcy, collections, civil litigation, or related areas (court experience a plus).
• Knowledge of federal debt collection laws and state civil litigation procedures.
• Ability to analyze case law and provide clear, well-reasoned recommendations.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong time management and organizational skills.

Benefits Detail

Brock & Scott, PLLC offers an attractive benefit package to full-time employees on the 1st of the following month of hire. The insurance portion includes medical, dental, voluntary life, voluntary vision, and critical illness, all at competitive rates. At the 90-day introductory period, the Firm also provides a basic life insurance policy in the amount of one time your annual salary (with a minimum of $25,000 and a maximum of $200,000.00) at no cost.

Full-time attorneys receive paid holidays, including six (6) firm-recognized holidays and one (1) Day of Observance, as well as a premium PTO package of 18 days per year. PTO accrues monthly and is credited on the 15th of each month, in accordance with firm policy. PTO benefits increase after 2 years of employment and again after 5 years of employment. After six months of service, employees over the age of 21 become eligible to participate in the firm's 401(k) plan at the beginning of the next quarter.

Pre-Employment Requirements

Employment with Brock & Scott, PLLC is contingent upon the successful completion of all required pre-employment screenings and verifications, which may include, but are not limited to, a criminal background check, conflict of interest check, employment and education verification (as applicable), and a pre-employment drug screening. Drug testing is conducted only after a conditional offer of employment has been extended and in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

Geographic Eligibility Requirement

To be considered for this position, applicants must currently reside within Brock & Scott, PLLC’s geographic footprint. Eligible states include: AL, CT, FL, GA, IN, KY, ME, MD, MA, MI, NH, NJ, NC, OH, PA, RI, SC, TN, TX, VT, VA, and WV.