Civil Litigation Attorney

ARSI-Default•Dodge City, KS

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Account Recovery Specialists, Inc. (ARSI®), a financial services company headquartered in Wichita, Kansas, is seeking an energetic and organized entry-level Attorney to join its team. The position offers experience in civil litigation, including determining when to recommend suits and handling matters through post-judgment executions in multiple jurisdictions. Attorney licensing is not required upon application or hire, but must be obtained within six months. ARSI offers paid time off to study for the bar exam for candidates who are not yet licensed. The attorney represents creditors in civil collection actions, manages a caseload with an emphasis on resolving cases before trial, and handles litigation from case strategy through discovery and trial preparation. The attorney also negotiates settlements and payment arrangements, communicates with clients, courts, opposing counsel, and internal teams, and may assist with in-house corporate legal matters and advisory opinions. Responsibilities may change at management’s discretion based on business needs.

Requirements

Juris Doctorate.
Kansas law license, or another state law license that permits obtaining a Kansas license by reciprocity or UBE score; licensing must be obtained within six months of hire.
No prior experience is necessary.

Nice To Haves

Experience or interest in civil litigation.

Responsibilities

Represent creditors in civil collection actions through pleadings and court appearances, including large dockets and individualized hearings.
Use ARSI processes and systems to coordinate case handling and keep ARSI and clients updated on account status.
Communicate effectively and comply with rules and regulations governing civil procedure and the collection industry.
Assist with in-house matters, including corporate legal matters and advisory opinions, as requested.
Manage a caseload of civil litigation matters, emphasizing resolution before trial.
Draft, review, and file pleadings, motions, discovery, and other legal documents.
Handle litigation phases 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 with clients, courts, opposing counsel, and internal teams.