Creditors Rights and Replevin Associate Attorney

A law firm in Clayton, MO, is seeking a motivated Creditors’ Rights and Replevin Associate Attorney to join their team. The ideal candidate will have experience or a strong interest in handling creditors’ rights matters, including replevin actions, and will be committed to providing high-quality legal services to clients.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Represent creditors in litigation matters involving debt collection, replevin actions, and other creditors’ rights issues.
• Conduct legal research, draft pleadings, motions, and other legal documents.
• Manage discovery processes, including conducting and defending depositions.
• Prepare for and attend court hearings, trials, and other legal proceedings.
• Negotiate settlements and represent clients in mediation and alternative dispute resolution forums.
• Provide legal advice and counsel to clients on creditors’ rights issues.

Requirements:

• JD degree from an ABA-accredited law school.
• Admission to the Missouri Bar or eligible for admission by motion.
• Courtroom experience preferred, particularly in creditors’ rights litigation.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Commitment to professional excellence and client service.

Education and Certifications:

• JD degree from an ABA-accredited law school.
• Admission to the Missouri Bar or eligible for admission by motion.

Skills:

• Litigation experience, particularly in creditors’ rights and replevin actions.
• Legal research and writing proficiency.
• Courtroom advocacy skills.
• Negotiation and settlement skills.
• Ability to manage and prioritize multiple cases effectively.

The law firm has 40 years of experience in representing local and national clients in several areas of law. Its major practice areas include family law, business and transactional law, intellectual property law, administrative law and governmental relations, personal injury and worker's compensation, and employment law. Three of its attorneys were selected to the list of Super Lawyers in 2019. The firm's office is located in Clayton, Missouri.