Associate Attorney

Blitt & Gaines, P.C; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base pay

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Comprehensive benefits package

401(k) retirement plan

Profit sharing

Job summary

A leading debt collection law firm in Kansas City seeks an Associate Attorney to gain extensive courtroom experience. Responsibilities include managing litigation, appearing in court regularly, and reviewing claims for compliance. The ideal candidate should have a Juris Doctorate and be admitted to the Missouri Bar, with strong communication skills. The firm offers a competitive benefits package including paid time off, medical, dental, and retirement plan, ensuring professional growth and advancement opportunities.

Qualifications

• Must have Juris Doctorate and admission to the Missouri Bar.
• Experience with litigation processes is required.
• Communication skills must be exceptional.

Responsibilities

• Appear in court on behalf of the firm a minimum of three days per week.
• Manage contested litigation queue and review new claims.
• Prepare and argue contested motions.

Skills

Proficient in Microsoft Outlook

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Ability to work independently

Demonstrated tact and discretion

Education

Juris Doctorate

Admission to the Missouri Bar

Admission to Kansas Bar preferred

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Collection Master

Job description

About Blitt and Gaines, P.C.

We are an industry-leading debt collection law firm with more than 30 years of experience serving many of the nation’s largest financial institutions. Our team of over 60 attorneys and more than 350 legal and operational professionals collaborate across nine offices in Arizona, Arkansas, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Missouri, Tennessee, and Wisconsin.

People are at the heart of everything we do, our clients, our team, and the consumers we serve. We are dedicated to delivering high-quality legal services with efficiency, transparency, and full compliance, while ensuring fair, respectful, and ethical treatment of consumers. Through teamwork, integrity, and strong relationships, we strive to deliver results that truly matter.

Job Title

Associate Attorney

Job Summary

The Associate Attorney position will gain extensive courtroom experience through regular appearances on behalf of the firm. This role is responsible for reviewing new claims and pleadings, managing a contested litigation queue, and supporting all aspects of the litigation process. Associates will develop comprehensive knowledge of court procedures, internal controls, and firm and client policies. This position has no billable hour requirements.

Essential Duties

• Appear in court on behalf of the firm a minimum of three days per week.
• Review new claims for compliance with firm and client standards.
• Review and approve pleadings filed with the courts, including complaints and motions.
• Occasionally draft motions and responses for contested matters as needed.
• Argue contested motions and conduct trials and arbitrations.
• Manage telephonic and written communication with opposing counsel.
• Prepare and respond to discovery or oversee counterclaims involving the firm or its clients.

Education and Experience

• Juris Doctorate and admission to the Missouri Bar required; admission to Kansas bar is desirable. Additional licenses in other states where the firm operates are valuable.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Proficient in Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel.
• Experience with Collection Master or equivalent case management systems preferred.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively with a diverse group of staff, judges, opposing counsel, and court clerks.
• Demonstrated tact, discretion, and courtesy in professional interactions.
• Ability to work independently, make sound decisions, manage timelines, meet deadlines, and maintain accurate records with strong attention to detail.

What We Offer

We offer a competitive benefits package, including:

• Competitive base pay
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays
• Comprehensive benefits package: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance
• Short-Term Disability
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Profit sharing
• Professional growth and advancement opportunities