Civil Litigation Attorney

ARSI-Default•Dodge City, KS

6d•Hybrid

About The Position

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.

Requirements

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
Familiarity with FDCPA and consumer protection laws

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

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