Negotiations & Communications Associate Attorney

Blitt and Gaines PC • St. Louis, MO

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About The Position

Blitt and Gaines, P.C. is a debt collection law firm with over 30 years of experience representing financial institutions and offices in nine states. The Negotiations & Communications Associate Attorney works directly with opposing counsel, consumers, and authorized parties, and handles email and telephone communications related to file negotiations and account resolutions. The role provides substantial knowledge of state litigation processes, internal controls, and client and firm policies and procedures. There are no billable hour requirements.

The attorney responds to negotiations and pleadings as needed; manages telephone and written contact; maintains accurate records and case files; ensures compliance with court deadlines and procedural requirements; uses case and document management platforms to track files and organize documents; and prepares and distributes legal correspondence to designated attorneys and firm staff.

Requirements

• Juris Doctorate.
• Admission to the Missouri 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 company and client policies and procedures and ensure files are documented properly.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

• Respond to negotiations and pleadings as needed.
• Manage telephone and written contact with opposing counsel, consumers, and authorized parties.
• Accurately document activity 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.
• Manage the preparation and distribution of legal correspondence to designated attorneys and firm staff.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid holidays
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Short-Term Disability
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Profit sharing
• Professional growth and advancement opportunities
• Competitive base pay

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree