Associate Attorney

Blitt & Gaines Law Offices; Little Rock (AR); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base pay

PTO and Paid holidays

Comprehensive benefits: Medical,Dental

401(k) retirement plan

Profit sharing

Job summary

Blitt and Gains, P.C. is a leading debt collection law firm with more than 30 years of experience serving major financial institutions. The Associate Attorney will gain extensive courtroom experience, review claims, manage a personal work list, and support all aspects of the litigation process.

This role has no billable hour requirements and emphasizes ethical, compliant practice. Candidates must hold a Juris Doctorate and be admitted to the Arkansas bar, with additional licenses in other states

Qualifications

• JD required and Arkansas bar admission.
• Licenses in other states where the firm operates are valuable.

Responsibilities

• Appear in court on behalf of the firm.
• Review new claims for compliance with standards.
• Review and approve pleadings filed with courts.

Skills

Public speaking

Legal research

Written communication

Independent decision making

Timely record keeping

Education

Juris Doctorate

Arkansas bar admission

Tools

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

About Blitt and Gains, P.C.

Blitt and Gains, P.C. is a leading debt collection law firm with over 30 years of experience representing most of the nation's largest financial institutions. With nine offices across Arizona, Arkansas, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Missouri, Tennessee, and Wisconsin, our attorneys and support teams deliver high-quality, compliant, and ethical legal services.

Description

Blitt and Gains, P.C. is a leading debt collection law firm with over 30 years of experience representing most of the nation's largest financial institutions. With nine offices across Arizona, Arkansas, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Missouri, Tennessee, and Wisconsin, our attorneys and support teams deliver high-quality, compliant, and ethical legal services.

At the heart of our firm are people—our clients, our employees, and the partnerships we build. Guided by our philosophy- Collect Compliantly. Litigate Ethically. Lead Effectively. Exceed Expectations. Expect Excellence- we uphold integrity, respect, and fairness in every interaction.

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 personal work list, 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 when and where needed.
• Review new claims for compliance with firm and client standards.
• Review and approve pleadings filed with the courts, including complaints and motions.
• 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.

Requirements

Education and Experience

• Juris Doctorate and admission to the Arkansas bar is required.
• Additional licenses in states where the firm operates are valuable: Arizona, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Missouri, Tennessee, or Wisconsin

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Proficient in Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel.
• Experience with Collection Master or equivalent case management systems preferred but not required.
• 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