Negotiations & Communications Associate Attorney

Blitt and Gaines PC•Phoenix, AZ

About The Position

Blitt and Gaines, P.C. is a debt collection law firm with more than 30 years of experience representing financial institutions and offices across nine states. The Negotiations & Communications Associate Attorney works directly with opposing counsel, consumers, and authorized parties, and handles emails and telephone communications related to file negotiations and account resolutions. The role provides exposure to state litigation processes and the firm’s and clients’ policies, procedures, and internal controls. There are no billable-hour requirements.

Requirements

Juris Doctorate.
Admission to the Arizona state bar.
Ability to exercise discretion and independent judgment.
Strong written and oral communication skills.
Sound judgment, discretion, and initiative when handling legal correspondence and time-sensitive assignments.
Fundamental knowledge of Microsoft Office products.
Analytical problem-solving skills.
Ability to understand and apply company and client policies and procedures to ensure files are documented properly.

Nice To Haves

Licensure in Arkansas, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Missouri, Tennessee, or Wisconsin.
Collections law experience.

Responsibilities

Respond to negotiations and pleadings as needed.
Manage telephone and written communications with opposing counsel and consumers.
Accurately document matters in the firm’s system of record.
Maintain case files and ensure compliance with court deadlines and procedural requirements.
Use firm technology platforms for case tracking, document organization, and workflow management, including maintaining accurate litigation records.
Use case management and document management software.
Prepare and distribute legal correspondence to designated attorneys and firm staff.