Associate Attorney

Blittandgaines; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO and Holidays

Medical, Dental, Vision

Life Insurance

Short-Term Disability

401(k) retirement plan

Profit sharing

Professional Growth and Advancement

Job summary

Blitt and Gaines, P.C. in Phoenix, AZ seeks an Associate Attorney to gain extensive courtroom experience through regular appearances and to manage litigation from review of claims to trial. The role focuses on compliance with firm and client standards and building knowledge of court procedures, internal controls, and client policies.

This position has no billable hour requirements and offers a comprehensive benefits package and growth opportunities within a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctorate and admittance to the Arizona Bar is required.
• Licenses in additional states are valuable for the firm’s operations.

Responsibilities

• Appear in court on behalf of the firm as needed, including trials and arbitrations.
• 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 when required.
• Argue contested motions and conduct trials and arbitrations.
• Manage telephonic and written communications with opposing counsel.
• Coordinate discovery responses and oversee counterclaims for firm or clients.

Skills

Court appearances

Litigation

Legal research

Written communication

Case management systems

Education

Juris Doctorate

Arizona Bar admission

Tools

Collection Master

Job description

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.

About Blitt and Gaines, P.C.

Blitt and Gaines, 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 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.

Requirements

Education/Experience:

• Juris Doctorate and admittance to the Arizona Bar is required
• Additional licenses in states where the firm operates are valuable: Arkansas, 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.
• 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:

• 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

Join Our Team

At Blitt & Gaines, P.C., we are committed to a supportive, high-performance, and inclusive workplace.