OverviewThe most prestigious lending institutions entrust Zwicker & Associates, P.C. to protect their legal interests throughout the country. Zwicker & Associates P.C. is a national creditor rights law firm whose focus on ethics, compliance, and assertive representation of our clients' interests makes us the industry leader in debt collection. Founded in 1991, Zwicker represents creditors in a variety of consumer and commercial recovery and litigation efforts. Zwicker is headquartered in Andover, Massachusetts, and maintains office locations throughout the United States. Zwicker is presently seeking an Associate Attorney to join our team in Deerfield Beach, FL. We are seeking a candidate with an eagerness to learn, as well as exemplary organizational and written and verbal communication skills. We seek 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 $85,000-$100,000 per year.ResponsibilitiesCommunicate effectively and appropriately with team members and outside partiesDraft, review, and file legal pleadings, motions, discovery, etc. in furtherance of active litigation filesReview litigation case files and pleadings to determine appropriate actionAdvocate on behalf of client's interests at various litigation settingsUtilize internal proprietary software to properly update and document the status of each account in the assigned inventoryAnalyze and process litigation inventory reports and litigation files, as assigned by Managing Attorney, to ensure that proper litigation work flow is being performed pursuant to the firm and client expectationsComply with all client and firm standard operating proceduresAbility to travel to various courtrooms within the branch office footprint as requiredPerform other duties as assignedRequirementsAdmission to practice law in the state of FloridaStrong organizational and time management skillsProficient computer skills in Microsoft Office suite, including Word, Excel, and OutlookExcellent verbal and written communication skillsHighly motivated self-starterEagerness to learnAbility to manage and prioritize a large caseloadPreferred QualificationsMinimum of one year of litigation/trial experienceWorking knowledge of civil procedureDebt collection experiencePrior experience in high volume environmentPhysical QualificationsBe able to lift five pounds or moreBe able to sit 90% of the work day at timesBe able to bend at the waist and be mobile when neededBe able to read and comprehend position‑specific documents and correspondenceBe able to communicate in a common language with (or to) individuals or groups verbally and/or in writingBe able to operate a computer, phone, or equivalent deviceBe able to complete a minimum of a 40‑hour flexible workweek scheduleBe able to travel occasionally when needed by the most efficient means of transportationZwicker & 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 for this position, please contact Human Resources.This is a full‑time, full‑benefit position. The benefits package includes medical, vision, and dental insurance, long‑term disability insurance, life insurance, compensated time off, paid holidays, and 401K with match.No phone calls, no agencies, EOE, drug‑free workplace.Please review our Applicant Privacy Notice: posted position will be active for at least five (5) business days, during which time all qualified and eligible employees can apply.#J-18808-Ljbffr