What are the responsibilities and job description for the Associate Attorney position at Kramer & Frank P. C.?
About the Firm:
Kramer & Frank, P.C. is a full-service collection law firm able to handle commercial, retail, and medical collection matters. Our firm provides innovative solutions to maximize collection performance for our clients while maintaining our commitment to legal compliance and treating consumers with dignity and respect. We are locally based in St. Louis and have been around for 50 years.
Responsibilities:
The Associate Attorney role offers immediate exposure to courtroom proceedings, involving regular appearances to cover call dockets, motions, and trials throughout the State of Missouri. The incumbent will play a pivotal role in the legal process, encompassing the review of new claims and pleadings, negotiation with consumers and consumer attorneys, legal research, as well as the drafting of motions and responses to contested litigation.
Key Duties:
1. Courtroom Representation:
Regularly appear in court to cover call dockets, motions, and trials across the State of Missouri.
2. Claim and Pleading Review:
Conduct thorough reviews of new claims and pleadings.
3. Negotiation:
Engage in negotiation processes with consumers and consumer attorneys.
4. Legal Research:
Conduct comprehensive legal research to stay informed on relevant laws and precedents.
5. Document Drafting:
Draft motions and responses related to contested litigation and trials.
6. Adherence to Professional Standards:
Ensure compliance with all ethical and professional standards.
Qualifications:
Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school.
Admittance to the Missouri Bar is required.
Preferred: Licensure in Illinois and/or Kansas.
Additional Information:
This position does not have billable hours requirements, allowing the Associate Attorney to focus on the quality and effectiveness of legal representation.
We encourage qualified individuals to apply, and we are committed to providing a supportive and dynamic work environment for our legal team.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $80,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Ability to Commute:
- St. Louis, MO 63146 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- St. Louis, MO 63146: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Benefits:
Health Insurance, 401K Plan, Vacation & Paid Time OffSalary : $80,000