Overview:
A small boutique creditors rights law firm in West St. Louis County seeks a dedicated and experienced Associate Attorney to be a part of its dynamic legal team for commercial litigation retail collection medical receivables hospital liens workers compensation self-pay and insurance claims.
Position Summary:
You will represent and serve creditors primarily in the Associate and Circuit Divisions of St. Louis City and County St. Charles and Jefferson Counties and effectively manage a caseload in and out of court.
Key Responsibilities:
- Use negotiating and collection skills to collect commercial and private debt
- Review and file pleadings produce and answer discovery file garnishments
- Advise and counsel clients to ensure compliance with relevant laws and regulations
Requirements
- Juris Doctor (JD) and Missouri Bar License required. Illinois Bar License preferred
- Four years legal experience
- Two years of creditors rights or collections law preferred
- Complex civil litigation experience is a plus
- Strong analytical negotiation and communication skills
Benefits
- Generous bonus structure
- Health dental vision and life insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance including CLE
- Malpractice insurance
QUALIFICATIONS Juris Doctor (JD) and Missouir Bar License (required), Illinois Bar License (a plus). 2+ years of practice experience in creditors' rights or collections law. Proficiency in creditors' rights, commercial litigation, and related areas of expertise. Strong analytical, negotiation, and communication skills.