Entry Level Associate Attorney
Company: 34259 - Blitt and Gaines PC
Location: Naperville
Posted on: February 13, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description Description: Job Title: Entry
Level Associate Attorney About Blitt and Gaines, P.C. BG is an
industry-leading debt collection law firm that has been in business
for over 30 years. Our Firm has 47 attorneys and 250 support staff
throughout 9 offices in the following states: Arizona, Arkansas,
Illinois, Indiana, Tennessee, Missouri, Iowa, Kansas, and
Wisconsin. We are proud to represent most of the nation’s largest
financial institutions as clients. Job Summary: The Associate
Attorney position will gain a great deal of courtroom experience by
regularly appearing for BG in court. Further, this position is
responsible for the review of new claims and pleadings in addition
to managing a contested litigation queue. Each associate will gain
substantial knowledge of all court procedures, the litigation
process, internal controls and client and firm policies and
procedures. This position has no billable hour requirements.
Essential Duties: Appear in court for the firm a minimum of 3 days
per week. Review new claims placed with the firm to ensure
compliance. Review of and signing off on all pleadings printed for
filing with the courts such as complaints and motions. Occasionally
drafting of various motions and responses to contested matters
Argue motions that are contested before the court as well as
conduct trials and arbitrations. Will manage both telephonic and
written contact with opposing counsel. Prepare and respond to
discovery or oversee counterclaims in which BG or client are named
Education and Experience: · Juris Doctorate and admittance to
Illinois Bar. (Additional licenses in BG states is valuable)
Computer Skills: · Proficient in Microsoft Outlook, Word and Excel
· Collection Master or equivalent case file management system
experience preferred Interpersonal Skills: Ability to effectively
communicate both verbally and in writing. Ability to work well with
a diverse group of staff, judges, opposing counsel, and circuit
court clerks. Ability to use tact, discretion and courtesy when
dealing with court officials, opposing counsel, step up attorneys,
and in-house attorneys. Accountability: Ability to work
independently and make responsible decisions. Must be able to
maintain timelines, meet deadlines, keep accurate records and be
detail-oriented. Requirements:
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