Analysis Skills, Attorney, Communication Skills, Corporate Policies, Credit and Collections, Documentation, Federal Laws and Regulations, Legal, Legal Support Skills, Litigation, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Product Family, Philosophy, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Spreadsheets, State Laws and Regulations, Writing Skills
LOCATION
St. Louis, MO
POSTED
12 days ago
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Description
About Blitt and Gaines, P.C.
Blitt and Gaines, P.C. is a leading debt collection law firm with over 30 years of experience representing most of the nation's largest financial institutions. With nine offices across Arizona, Arkansas, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Missouri, Tennessee, and Wisconsin, our attorneys and support teams deliver high-quality, compliant, and ethical legal services.
At the heart of our firm are people-our clients, our employees, and the partnerships we build. Guided by our philosophy-Collect Compliantly. Litigate Ethically. Lead Effectively. Exceed Expectations. Expect Excellence-we uphold integrity, respect, and fairness in every interaction.
Job Summary:
The Contact Us Associate Attorney works directly with opposing council, consumers and authorized parties. The Contact Us Associate Attorney is accountable for accessing and acting upon e-mails and telephonic communications sent to the firm regarding settlements. Each associate will gain substantial knowledge of the litigation process, internal controls and client and firm policies and procedures.
Essential Duties:
Contact Us Spreadsheet
Power of Attorney (POA) email box
Respond to settlements and pleading as needed
Management of both telephonic and written contact with opposing counsel and consumer.
Accurately document the firm's system of record (CLS)
Provide sent and received emails to designated firm staff as required
Requirements
Education/Experience:
Juris Doctorate and admittance to Illinois Bar. (Additional licenses in BG states are valuable)
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
Requires the ability to exercise discretion and independent judgment
Expert knowledge of all applicable Federal and State collection laws
Ability to accurately type 40 words per minute
Strong written and oral communication skills
Above average spelling and grammar
Demonstrated ability to think independently and use good judgment
Fundamental knowledge of Microsoft Office Products
Analytical problem-solving skills
Understand Company and Client policies and procedures to ensure files are documented properly