Zwicker & Associates, P.C. · 1 day ago
Associate Attorney
Zwicker & Associates, P.C. is a national creditor rights law firm that emphasizes ethics and compliance. They are seeking an Associate Attorney to communicate effectively, draft legal documents, and advocate for clients in litigation settings.
ConsultingLegal
Responsibilities
Communicate effectively and appropriately with team members and outside parties
Draft, review, and file legal pleadings, motions, discovery, etc., in furtherance of active litigation files
Review litigation case files and pleadings to determine appropriate action
Advocate on behalf of the client’s interests at various litigation settings
Utilize internal proprietary software to properly update and document the status of each account in the assigned inventory
Analyze and process litigation inventory reports and litigation files, as assigned by Managing Attorney, to ensure that proper litigation workflow is being performed pursuant to the firm and client expectations
Comply with all client and firm standard operating procedures
Ability to travel to various courtrooms within the branch office footprint as required
Perform other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Admitted to practice law and in good standing in Texas
Strong organizational and time management skills
Proficient computer skills in Microsoft Office suite, including Word, Excel, and Outlook
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Highly motivated self-starter
Eagerness to learn
Ability to manage and prioritize a large caseload
Be able to communicate in a common language with (or to) individuals or groups verbally and/or in writing
Be able to operate a computer, phone, or equivalent device
Be able to complete a minimum of a 40-hour flexible workweek schedule
Be able to read and comprehend position-specific documents and correspondence
Preferred
Minimum of one year of litigation/trial experience
Working knowledge of civil procedure
Debt collection experience
Prior experience in a high-volume environment
Be able to lift five pounds or greater
Be able to sit 90% of the workday at times
Be able to bend at the waist and be mobile when needed
Be able to concentrate and use critical thinking
Benefits
Medical, vision, and dental insurance
Long-term disability insurance
Life insurance
Compensated time off
Paid holidays
401 (K) with match