Paralegal

Blitt and Gaines PC

Phoenix (AZ)

On-site

USD 27,552 - 37,195

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base pay

PTO and Paid Holidays

Health, dental, vision, and life ins.

Short‑Term Disability

401(k) retirement plan

Profit sharing

Professional growth and advancement

Job summary

Blitt and Gaines, P.C. is a leading debt collection law firm seeking a Paralegal to support attorneys with discovery responses, prepare standard legal documents, and handle administrative tasks. Prior legal experience is helpful but not required.

The role emphasizes accuracy, organization, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Your responsibilities include drafting and organizing pleadings, assisting with discovery, maintaining documents, and ensuring

Qualifications

Experience in collections, creditors’ rights, or other legal work is a plus.
ABA-approved paralegal certification or associate degree in paralegal studies is a plus.
Familiarity with statutes, legal codes, court procedures, precedents, regulations is helpful but not required.
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook; WordPerfect is a plus.
Strong organizational skills with attention to detail.
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced, high‑volume environment.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
Reliable, responsible, and able to meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

Prepare and organize legal documents, including discovery pleadings, affidavits, settlement agreements, and legal correspondence.
Assist with discovery responses, compile exhibits, and support trial or hearing preparation.
Compile and organize exhibits for trials or hearings.
Assist attorneys with e-filing, compiling courtesy copies and maintain accurate records in the firm’s document management system.
Track deadlines, monitor case progress, and manage discovery schedules.
Conduct basic legal research and summarize findings to assist attorney in case preparation.
Provide general administrative and procedural support to attorneys as needed.

Skills

Organizational skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Time management

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Education

Paralegal certification

Associate degree in paralegal studies

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Outlook

WordPerfect

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.

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 Paralegal primarily focuses on preparing standard legal documents, assisting with discovery responses, and supporting attorneys with administrative and procedural tasks. Legal experience is helpful but not required.

Essential Duties

Prepare and organize legal documents, including discovery pleadings, affidavits, settlement agreements, and legal correspondence.
Assist with discovery responses, compile exhibits, and support trial or hearing preparation.
Compile and organize exhibits for trials or hearings.
Assist attorneys with e-filing, compiling courtesy copies and maintain accurate records in the firm’s document management system.
Track deadlines, monitor case progress, and manage discovery schedules.
Conduct basic legal research and summarize findings to assist attorney in case preparation.
Provide general administrative and procedural support to attorneys as needed.

Requirements

Education and Experience

Experience in collections, creditors’ rights, or other legal work is a plus.
ABA-approved paralegal certification or associate degree in paralegal studies is a plus.
Familiarity with statutes, legal codes, court procedures, precedents, government regulations, and agency rules is helpful but not required.
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook; experience with WordPerfect is a plus.
Strong organizational skills with attention to detail.
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced, high‑volume environment.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
Reliable, responsible, and able to meet deadlines.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Familiarity with office procedures, records management, and document organization.
Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills to support attorneys in case preparation.
Competence in using computer systems and software for document preparation and data management.
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to maintain professional relationships.
Willingness to take on challenges and responsibilities.

What We Offer