Associate Attorney

Overview

A creditor’s rights and civil litigation law firm based in Overland Park, KS, is seeking an Associate Attorney licensed and residing in Arkansas for a remote position. Occasional travel to the Overland Park office for training and meetings is required. Candidates ideally live in Arkansas. Holding additional licenses in Missouri, Kansas, or Colorado is preferred but not required.

Both full-time and part-time positions are available. Full-time hours are from 8:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Salary is commensurate with experience.

Responsibilities

• Draft correspondence, pleadings, discovery requests and responses, settlement agreements, and other legal documents as needed
• Manage a fast-paced, high-volume workload, including timely responses to emails and voicemails
• Collaborate closely with support staff and other attorneys to maximize efficiency
• Communicate professionally and respectfully with clients, opposing counsel, and pro se litigants
• Exercise independent judgment regarding case progress and resolution
• Make weekly court appearances, including travel, for dockets, motion hearings, and trials
• Perform other duties and projects as assigned by partners

Requirements

• Licensed to practice law in Arkansas and residing in Arkansas
• Ability to work remotely with occasional travel to Overland Park, KS
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage a high-volume caseload efficiently
• Willingness to make weekly court appearances

Preferred Qualifications

• Additional licenses in Missouri, Kansas, or Colorado
• Prior civil litigation experience
• Experience with creditor’s rights matters

Application Process

Applicants should submit the following documents with their initial communication:

• Resume
• Cover letter
• Law school transcript
• Writing sample

All inquiries will be kept confidential. Candidates will be required to undergo E-Verify employment screening, pre-employment drug screening, and credit and criminal background checks prior to receiving an offer.

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary commensurate with experience
• Medical benefits
• 401(k) plan
• Paid holidays and paid time off
• Mileage reimbursement
• Bar membership fees covered
• Continuing Legal Education (CLE) fees covered

Location

Remote position with occasional travel to the office located at 7500 West 110th Street, Suite 110, Overland Park, KS 66210