Associate Attorney
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_onLoma Trail, Tempe, Maricopa County, Arizona, 85281, United States
About the Firm
Zwicker & Associates, P.C. is a national creditor rights law firm that has been the industry leader in debt collection since 1991. Headquartered in Andover, Massachusetts, with offices across the United States, we are trusted by the most prestigious lending institutions to protect their legal interests nationwide. Our firm emphasizes ethics, compliance, and assertive representation of our clients' interests.
About the Role
We are seeking an Associate Attorney to join our team in Tempe, AZ. This role is designed for a candidate with an eagerness to learn and exemplary organizational, written, and verbal communication skills. You will join a collaborative team where diverse skills, backgrounds, and experiences enable us to innovate and excel in performance.
At Zwicker, we encourage and provide lifelong learning and training opportunities with the goal of building a strong foundation and successful future for our team members. We strive to promote from within, offering excellent career advancement opportunities for high achievers.
Hiring Process
Each posted position will be active for at least five (5) business days, during which time all qualified and eligible employees can apply. Please note that this job description is not intended to be a comprehensive listing of all activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee in this position; duties are subject to change at any time.
Equal Opportunity & Culture
Zwicker & Associates, P.C. is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to qualified individuals with disabilities. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position. If you wish to seek an accommodation regarding the requirements of this position, please inform Human Resources Management.
We are a drug-free workplace and an EOE (Equal Opportunity Employer). We do not accept phone calls or applications from agencies for this position.
Applicant Privacy Notice
Please review our Applicant Privacy Notice at: http://www.zwickerpc.com/job-applicant-privacy-notice/
Work location
Work model: On-site
Loma Trail, Tempe, Maricopa County, Arizona, 85281, United States
Tempe, Arizona
Key Responsibilities
- check_circleDraft, review, and file legal pleadings, motions, and discovery documents
- check_circleAdvocate for client interests at hearings, mediations, arbitrations, and trials
- check_circleNegotiate settlements with consumers and legal representatives to resolve disputes
- check_circleUtilize proprietary software to update and document account status
- check_circlePrepare case strategy and present oral arguments in court
- check_circleEvaluate case merits and assess risk exposure for strategic recommendations
- check_circleEnsure compliance with client and firm standard operating procedures
- check_circleTravel to various courtrooms within the branch office footprint as required
- check_circleAnalyze litigation case files to determine appropriate legal actions
Requirements
- verifiedAdmitted to practice law and in good standing in Arizona
- verifiedProficient in Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, Outlook)
- verifiedMinimum of one year of litigation/trial experience (preferred)
- verifiedWorking knowledge of civil procedure (preferred)
- verifiedDebt collection experience (preferred)
Nice to Have
Minimum of one year of litigation/trial experience. Working knowledge of civil procedure. Debt collection experience. Prior experience in a high-volume environment.
Benefits & Perks
check_circleMedical, vision, and dental insurancecheck_circleLong-term disability insurancecheck_circleLife insurancecheck_circleCompensated time off and paid holidayscheck_circle401(k) with company match
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Day-to-day, the Associate Attorney at Zwicker & Associates, P.C. will draft, review, and file legal pleadings, motions, and discovery documents; advocate for client interests at hearings, mediations, arbitrations, and trials; negotiate settlements with consumers and legal representatives to resolve disputes; and utilize proprietary software to update and document account status.
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Zwicker & Associates, P.C. is looking for candidates who meet the following requirements: Admitted to practice law and in good standing in Arizona; Proficient in Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, Outlook); Minimum of one year of litigation/trial experience (preferred); Working knowledge of civil procedure (preferred); and Debt collection experience (preferred).
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Associate Attorney at Zwicker & Associates, P.C. is based in Loma Trail, Tempe, Maricopa County, Arizona, 85281, United States. This is a on-site role.
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Zwicker & Associates, P.C. has listed this Associate Attorney role as on-site.
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Associate Attorney at Zwicker & Associates, P.C. typically requires 1+ years of relevant experience at the entry level level.
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Key skills for Associate Attorney at Zwicker & Associates, P.C. include Microsoft Office; Word; Excel; Outlook; Litigation; Trial Experience; Civil Procedure; and Debt Collection.
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Associate Attorney at Zwicker & Associates, P.C. is part of the legal job category on Recrutus.
About Zwicker & Associates, P.C.
Zwicker & Associates, P.C. operates as a law practice firm specializing in the financial services sector. Since its establishment in 1991, the organization has delivered a comprehensive suite of legal solutions focused on preserving and promoting creditors' rights. The firm's core practice areas encompass bankruptcy proceedings, commercial collections, consumer collections, and litigation services tailored to the needs of financial institutions and related entities.
The company maintains a dedicated regulatory presence, identified by NMLS number 1660443. Clients and the public can verify the firm's licensing status through the official NMLS Consumer Access website. This long-standing commitment to the industry reflects a sustained focus on legal representation for creditors within the complex landscape of financial law.
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