Blitt & Gaines Law Offices
Associate Attorney
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About Blitt & Gaines BG is an industry‑leading debt‑collection law firm that has been in business for over 30 years. The firm has 47 attorneys and 300 support staff across nine offices in Arizona, Arkansas, Illinois, Indiana, Missouri, Iowa, Kansas, Tennessee and Wisconsin. BG represents most of the nation’s largest financial institutions.
Job Summary The Associate Attorney position will provide extensive courtroom experience by regularly appearing in court for BG. The role involves reviewing new claims and pleadings, managing a contested litigation queue, and gaining substantial knowledge of court procedures, litigation process, internal controls, and client and firm policies. This position has no billable hour requirements.
Essential Duties
Appear in court for the firm at least 3 days per week.
Review new claims received by the firm to ensure compliance.
Review and sign off on all pleadings printed for filing with courts, such as complaints and motions.
Occasionally draft motions and responses to contested matters.
Argue contested motions before the court and conduct trials and arbitrations.
Manage both telephone and written contact with opposing counsel.
Prepare and, if necessary, respond to discovery or oversee counterclaims where BG or client are named.
Education and Experience
Juris Doctorate and admission to the Indiana Bar. (Additional licenses in BG states are valued.)
Computer Skills
Proficient in Microsoft Outlook, Word and Excel.
Case‑file management system experience preferred (e.g., Collection Master).
Interpersonal Skills Ability to communicate effectively in writing and verbally, work well with diverse staff, judges, opposing counsel and court clerks, and use tact, discretion and courtesy when dealing with court officials, opposing counsel, & staff attorneys.
Accountability Ability to work independently, make responsible decisions, maintain timelines, meet deadlines, keep accurate records and be detail‑oriented.
Additional Details
Seniority Level:
Entry level
Employment Type:
Full‑time
Job Function:
Legal
Industries:
Law Practice
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Location: Indianapolis, IN.
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Be among the first 25 applicants. (1 day ago)
About Blitt & Gaines BG is an industry‑leading debt‑collection law firm that has been in business for over 30 years. The firm has 47 attorneys and 300 support staff across nine offices in Arizona, Arkansas, Illinois, Indiana, Missouri, Iowa, Kansas, Tennessee and Wisconsin. BG represents most of the nation’s largest financial institutions.
Job Summary The Associate Attorney position will provide extensive courtroom experience by regularly appearing in court for BG. The role involves reviewing new claims and pleadings, managing a contested litigation queue, and gaining substantial knowledge of court procedures, litigation process, internal controls, and client and firm policies. This position has no billable hour requirements.
Essential Duties
Appear in court for the firm at least 3 days per week.
Review new claims received by the firm to ensure compliance.
Review and sign off on all pleadings printed for filing with courts, such as complaints and motions.
Occasionally draft motions and responses to contested matters.
Argue contested motions before the court and conduct trials and arbitrations.
Manage both telephone and written contact with opposing counsel.
Prepare and, if necessary, respond to discovery or oversee counterclaims where BG or client are named.
Education and Experience
Juris Doctorate and admission to the Indiana Bar. (Additional licenses in BG states are valued.)
Computer Skills
Proficient in Microsoft Outlook, Word and Excel.
Case‑file management system experience preferred (e.g., Collection Master).
Interpersonal Skills Ability to communicate effectively in writing and verbally, work well with diverse staff, judges, opposing counsel and court clerks, and use tact, discretion and courtesy when dealing with court officials, opposing counsel, & staff attorneys.
Accountability Ability to work independently, make responsible decisions, maintain timelines, meet deadlines, keep accurate records and be detail‑oriented.
Additional Details
Seniority Level:
Entry level
Employment Type:
Full‑time
Job Function:
Legal
Industries:
Law Practice
Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Blitt & Gaines Law Offices by 2×.
Location: Indianapolis, IN.
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