Associate Attorney - Remote in Columbus

Zwicker & Associates•Columbus, GA

2d•$80,000 - $100,000•Remote

About The Position

The most prestigious lending institutions trust Zwicker & Associates, P.C. to protect their legal interests nationwide. Zwicker & Associates P.C. is a national creditor rights law firm that emphasizes ethics, compliance, and assertive representation of our clients’ interests, making us the industry leader in debt collection. Founded in 1991, Zwicker represents lenders in various consumer and commercial recovery efforts and litigation. Zwicker is headquartered in Andover, Massachusetts, and has office locations across the United States. Zwicker is presently seeking an Associate Attorney to join our team in Columbus, GA. Candidate must live in the Columbus area to attend local hearings. We are seeking a candidate with an eagerness to learn, as well as exemplary organizational, written, and verbal communication skills, to join our team. We seek out candidates whose diverse skills, backgrounds, and experiences enable the Zwicker team to collaboratively innovate and excel in performance. We encourage and provide lifelong learning and training opportunities for our team members, with the goal of building a strong foundation and successful future with us. We strive to promote from within, offering excellent career advancement opportunities for high achievers. The base salary range for this position is $80,000-$100,000 per year, plus applicable bonus. Responsibilities of Associate Attorneys include 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 the 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 Prepare for and represent clients at hearings, mediations, arbitrations, and trials, including case strategy development, drafting pleadings, conducting discovery, and presenting oral arguments Negotiate settlements with consumers and their legal representatives to resolve disputes efficiently while protecting client interests Evaluate case merits, assess risk exposure, and provide strategic legal recommendations Maintain compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and court procedures Perform other duties as assigned 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, responsibilities, and activities are subject to change at any time, with or without notice. 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. This is a full-time, full-benefit position. The benefit package includes medical, vision, and dental insurance, long-term disability insurance, life insurance, compensated time off, paid holidays, and 401 (K) with match: no phone calls, no agencies, EOE, drug-free workplace. Please review our Applicant Privacy Notice: http://www.zwickerpc.com/job-applicant-privacy-notice/ Each posted position will be active for at least five (5) business days, during which time all qualified and eligible employees can apply.

Requirements

Admitted to practice law and in good standing in Georgia
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
Must have a private location within their home free from third parties and household members; and,
Must have stable internet service with a minimum speed of 5 Mbps or any broadband cable access that allows company-issued equipment to connect and operate without disruption.
Ability to maintain confidentiality and data security standards
Availability during business hours
Comply with the Firm’s Remote Working Policy
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

Nice To Haves

Minimum of one year of litigation/trial experience
Working knowledge of civil procedure
Debt collection experience
Prior experience in a high-volume environment

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 the 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
Prepare for and represent clients at hearings, mediations, arbitrations, and trials, including case strategy development, drafting pleadings, conducting discovery, and presenting oral arguments
Negotiate settlements with consumers and their legal representatives to resolve disputes efficiently while protecting client interests
Evaluate case merits, assess risk exposure, and provide strategic legal recommendations
Maintain compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and court procedures
Perform other duties as assigned