Civil Litigation Attorney

ARSI-Default; Dodge City (KS); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental & Vision Insurance

Paid time off for bar study

401(k) & Roth 401(k)

Job summary

Account Recovery Specialists, Inc. (ARSI®) invites an energetic, entry-level Attorney to join our civil litigation team in Kansas. Although not required at application, a Kansas license must be obtained within 6 months of hire.

We offer paid time off to study for the bar exam for those not yet licensed and a broad exposure to civil actions. Responsibilities include representing creditors in civil collection actions, managing case dockets, drafting pleadings, and negotiating settlements.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctorate degree required.
• License to practice law in Kansas within 6 months of application or hire.

Responsibilities

• Represent creditors in civil collection actions, from pleadings to in-court hearings.
• Coordinate case handling using ARSI processes and keep clients updated on status.
• Communicate effectively and comply with civil procedure and collection industry rules.
• Assist with in-house matters, including corporate legal matters and advisory opinions.
• Manage a caseload of civil litigation and explore pre-trial resolutions.
• Draft, review, and file pleadings, motions, discovery, and other documents.
• Handle case strategy, discovery, and trial preparation as needed.
• Negotiate settlements and payment arrangements for clients.
• Conduct legal research and provide strategic case guidance.
• Maintain clear communication with clients, courts, opposing counsel, and internal teams.

Education

Juris Doctorate

Kansas law license (reciprocity/UBE)

Job description

Account Recovery Specialists, Inc. (“ARSI®”), a progressive financial services company headquartered in Wichita, KS, with offices in Wichita and Dodge City, KS, for the opportunity to gain experience in civil litigation. ARSI® is seeking an energetic and organized entry-level Attorney to join their team, and while licensing is not required upon application or hire, it must be obtained within 6 months. ARSI® offers paid time off to study for the bar exam for those not yet licensed.

ARSI® is an award-winning company and offers entry-level attorneys a broad range of experience in civil litigation, from determining when to recommend suits to post-judgment executions in multiple jurisdictions.

Responsibilities may change at the discretion of management based on business needs.

• Represent creditors who’ve placed accounts with ARSI in their civil collection actions, both via pleadings and in-court appearances ranging from large dockets to individualized hearings
• Utilize ARSI’s processes and systems to coordinate the handling of cases and ensure ARSI and clients are properly updated on the status of accounts
• Communicate effectively and comply with all rules and regulations governing civil procedure and the collection industry
• Assist as requested with in-house matters, including corporate legal matters and advisory opinions
• Managing a caseload of civil litigation matters, with an emphasis on resolving cases prior to trial
• Draft, review, and file pleadings, motions, discovery, and other legal documents
• Handle all phases of litigation, including case strategy, discovery, and trial preparation
• Negotiate settlements and payment arrangements on behalf of clients
• Conduct legal research and provide strategic guidance on case handling
• Communicate effectively with clients, courts, opposing counsel, and internal teams

We offer competitive pay, flexible scheduling, career growth opportunities, and an excellent benefits package, including:

• Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
• TeleHealth Services
• Life & AD&D Insurance
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 401(k) & Roth 401(k) with Company Match
• Health Care & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Paid Vacation, Sick, & Personal Days
• Paid Holidays
• Medical, Maternity, & Paternity Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement & Professional Development Programs
• Referral Program & Performance Incentives
• Performance Reviews & Career Advancement Opportunities
• Years of Service Recognition
• And Much More!

Build a Career with Purpose

Join a team that values growth, teamwork, compassion, and excellence while making a meaningful impact for Kansas businesses and consumers every day. Apply today to start your career with ARSI®!

Requirements

• Juris Doctorate
• Kansas law license (including those who have obtained or will be obtaining another state law license with which a KS license can be obtained by reciprocity or UBE score)
• No experience necessary, but experience or interest in civil litigation will be of benefit