Civil Litigation Attorney

Account Recovery Specialists, Inc.; Dodge City (KS); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

TeleHealth Services

Life & AD&D Insurance

Short-Term Disability Insurance

401(k) & Roth 401(k) with CompanyMatch

Paid Vacation

Paid Holidays

Tuition Reimbursement & Professional D

Referral Program & Incentives

Performance Reviews & Career Advancem

Job summary

Account Recovery Specialists, Inc. in Kansas is seeking a Civil Litigation Attorney to manage a caseload and represent clients in court, draft pleadings, and handle all phases from discovery to trial.

The role emphasizes timely responses, professional client service, and regulatory compliance. The candidate must hold a JD and an active Kansas license, with at least two years of civil litigation experience and familiarity with FDCPA.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Active license to practice law in Kansas.
• Minimum of 2 years of civil litigation experience.
• Prior experience in debt collection litigation required.
• Strong knowledge of civil procedure and courtroom practices.

Responsibilities

• Managing a caseload of civil litigation matters, with emphasis on resolving cases prior to trial.
• Represent clients in court hearings, trials, mediations, and arbitrations.
• 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.
• Ensure compliance with applicable laws, including FDCPA, HIPAA, and state collection laws.
• Conduct legal research and provide strategic guidance on case handling.
• Communicate effectively with clients, courts, opposing counsel, and internal teams.
• Review account documentation and evidence to support legal actions.
• Monitor deadlines and maintain accurate case records.

Skills

Civil litigation

Legal research

FDCPA knowledge

Kansas bar license

Client communication

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) degree

Job description

Description

Account Recovery Specialists, Inc. (ARSI®) is a Kansas-grown, family-owned organization headquartered in Wichita, Kansas, with offices in Wichita and Dodge City. Since 1992, we have provided comprehensive accounts receivable management services and return millions of dollars annually to local Kansas businesses. ARSI® was recognized by insideARM.com as one of the Best Places to Work in Collections and was also named Best Places to Work – Medium-Sized Company by the Wichita Business Journal.

We are currently accepting applications for a full-time Civil Litigation Attorney at our Dodge City office. We are seeking motivated individuals who are passionate about delivering exceptional customer service, responding promptly to client needs, and helping consumers resolve account balances while representing our clients with professionalism and care.

Key responsibilities upon licensure include, but are not limited to:

• Managing a caseload of civil litigation matters, with an emphasis on resolving cases prior to trial
• Represent clients in court hearings, trials, mediations, and arbitrations
• 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
• Ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations, including FDCPA, HIPAA, and state-specific collection laws
• Conduct legal research and provide strategic guidance on case handling
• Communicate effectively with clients, courts, opposing counsel, and internal teams
• Review account documentation and evidence to support legal actions
• Monitor deadlines and maintain accurate case records

Qualifications for positions include, but are not limited to:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited lawschool
• Active license to practice law in Kansas
• Minimum of 2 years of civil litigation experience
• Prior experience in debt collection litigation required
• Strong knowledge of civil procedure and courtroom practices
• Familiarity with FDCPA and consumer protection laws

Preferred but not required

• Experience handling high-volume collection caseloads
• Trial experience strongly preferred
• Familiarity with skip tracing, judgment enforcement, and post-judgment remedies
• Experience with case management systems and legal software
• Licensed or ability to be licensed in Oklahoma, Colorado, Nebraska, and Missouri

Join a company that offers flexible scheduling, competitive pay, and excellent benefits, including but not limited to:

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!

This position will be in the Dodge City office and will require travel to various counties around the state. A company vehicle will be available for travel.