Associate Attorney

Blitt and Gaines PC; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 75,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO & Holidays

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Short-Term Disability

401(k)

Profit Sharing

Career Growth

Job summary

Blitt and Gaines, P.C. is hiring an Associate Attorney to gain extensive courtroom experience with regular appearances on behalf of the firm. The role involves reviewing new claims, managing a contested litigation queue, and supporting all aspects of the litigation process.

Associates will develop thorough knowledge of court procedures, policies, and firm and client requirements. This position requires a Juris Doctorate and Missouri Bar admission, plus excellent written and oral communication

Qualifications

• Juris Doctorate and admission to the Missouri Bar required.
• Experience with collection matters preferred.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage timelines.

Responsibilities

• Appear in court on behalf of the firm at least three days per week.
• Review new claims for compliance with firm and client standards.
• Review and approve pleadings filed with 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.

Skills

Courtroom experience

Oral advocacy

Written communication

Detail-oriented

Independent worker

Education

Juris Doctorate & Missouri Bar

Tools

Collection Master

Job description

Overview

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 Title

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.

Responsibilities

• 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. 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

Salary

$75,000 - $125,000