Legal Assistant - Garnishment

Blitt & Gaines Law Offices; Naperville (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base pay

Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

Blitt and Gaines, P.C. is a leading debt collection law firm handling wage and bank garnishments for clients across multiple states.

Responsibilities include verifying employment, performing skip tracing, making 75–100 calls daily, contacting employers and banks, and processing garnishment documents for attorney review. Proficiency with Nitro Pro, Collection Master, and Excel helps organize files and prepare paperwork for attorneys.

Qualifications

• Excellent oral and written communication.
• Comfortable making frequent phone calls.
• Highly organized and detail oriented.
• Strong work ethic in high-volume, fast-paced environments.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and handle pressure.
• Coachable and able to follow directions.
• Reliable with strong attendance history.

Responsibilities

• Handle inbound calls from employers and banks regarding garnishments.
• Make 75–100 outbound calls daily to verify employment and follow up on garnishments.
• Conduct skip tracing and research to locate updated employer information.
• Use Nitro Pro, Collection Master (CLS), and Excel to manage and organize garnishment files.
• Prepare and forward garnishment paperwork to attorneys for review and signature.
• Assist team members with printing, faxing, and generating letters as needed.

Skills

Communication skills

Phone etiquette

Organization

Attention to detail

Work under pressure

Coachable

Attendance

Tools

Nitro Pro

Collection Master (CLS)

Excel

Job description

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.

Description

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

Responsible for managing wage and bank garnishments for clients in multiple states. This includes verifying employment, conducting skip tracing, making 75–100 calls per day, contacting employers and banks, and processing garnishment documents for attorney review.

Essential Duties

• Handle inbound calls from employers and banks regarding garnishments
• Make 75 – 100 outbound calls daily to verify employment and follow up on garnishments
• Conduct skip tracing and research to locate updated employer information
• Use Nitro Pro, Collection Master (CLS), and Excel to manage and organize garnishment files
• Prepare and forward garnishment paperwork to attorneys for review and signature
• Assist team members with printing, faxing, and generating letters as needed

Requirements

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Excellent oral and written communication
• Comfortable making frequent phone calls
• Highly organized and detail oriented
• Strong work ethic in high-volume, fast-paced environments
• Ability to prioritize tasks and handle pressure
• Coachable and able to follow directions
• Reliable with strong attendance history
• Call center or customer service experience preferred

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 planProfit sharing
• Professional growth and advancement opportunities