Associate Attorney

Zwicker & Associates•Dallas, TX

About The Position

Zwicker & Associates, P.C., a national creditor rights law firm headquartered in Andover, Massachusetts, is seeking an Associate Attorney to join its team in Dallas, Texas. The firm represents lenders in consumer and commercial recovery efforts and litigation, and emphasizes ethics, compliance, and assertive representation of clients’ interests. It encourages lifelong learning and training and offers career advancement opportunities, including promotion from within. The Associate Attorney will handle an assigned litigation inventory, represent clients’ interests, and work with team members and outside parties. The role includes preparing and appearing at litigation settings, developing case strategies, negotiating settlements, and ensuring compliance with applicable procedures and firm and client standards. The position is full-time, with a base salary of $85,000–$100,000 per year plus applicable bonus. It is described as a full-benefit position.

Requirements

Admitted to practice law and in good standing in Texas.
Strong organizational and time-management skills.
Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft 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.
Ability to communicate verbally and in writing with individuals or groups in a common language.
Ability to operate a computer, phone, or equivalent device.
Ability to complete a minimum 40-hour flexible workweek schedule.
Ability to read and comprehend position-specific documents and correspondence.

Nice To Haves

At least one year of litigation or 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, and other litigation documents.
Review litigation case files and pleadings to determine appropriate action.
Advocate for client interests at litigation settings.
Use internal proprietary software to update and document account status in the assigned inventory.
Analyze and process litigation inventory reports and files as assigned by the Managing Attorney to ensure litigation workflow follows firm and client expectations.
Comply with client and firm standard operating procedures.
Travel to courtrooms within the branch office footprint as required.
Prepare for and represent clients at hearings, mediations, arbitrations, and trials, including developing case strategies, drafting pleadings, conducting discovery, and presenting oral arguments.
Negotiate settlements with consumers and their legal representatives 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.