Associate Attorney

Company OverviewZwicker & 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, we represent lenders in various consumer and commercial recovery efforts and litigation. Our headquarters are in Andover, Massachusetts, with office locations across the United States.Associate Attorney – Glendale, CAWe are seeking an Associate Attorney to join our team in Glendale, CA. We look for candidates with an eagerness to learn, exemplary organizational, written, and verbal communication skills, and the ability to collaborate within a diverse and innovative environment. Lifelong learning and training opportunities are available, with a goal of building a strong foundation for your future career.CompensationThe base salary range for this position is $120,000‑$140,000 per year, plus applicable bonus.ResponsibilitiesCommunicate effectively and appropriately with team members and outside partiesDraft, review, and file legal pleadings, motions, discovery, and related documents for active litigation filesReview litigation case files and pleadings to determine appropriate actionAdvocate on behalf of the client's interests in various litigation settingsUpdate and document the status of each account in the assigned inventory using internal proprietary softwareAnalyze and process litigation inventory reports and files to ensure proper workflow per firm and client expectationsComply with all client and firm standard operating proceduresTravel to various courtrooms within the branch office footprint as requiredPrepare for and represent clients at hearings, mediations, arbitrations, and trials, including case strategy development, drafting pleadings, conducting discovery, and presenting oral argumentsNegotiate settlements with consumers and their legal representatives to resolve disputes efficiently while protecting client interestsEvaluate case merits, assess risk exposure, and provide strategic legal recommendationsMaintain compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and court proceduresPerform other duties as assignedRequirementsAdmitted to practice law and in good standing in CaliforniaStrong organizational and time‑management skillsProficient computer skills in Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, Outlook)Excellent verbal and written communication skillsHighly motivated self‑starterEagerness to learnAbility to manage and prioritize a large caseloadEffective verbal communication in a common language with individuals or groupsAbility to operate a computer, phone, or equivalent deviceCommitment to a minimum 40‑hour flexible workweek scheduleAbility to read and comprehend position‑specific documents and correspondencePreferred QualificationsMinimum one year of litigation/trial experienceWorking knowledge of civil procedureDebt collection experiencePrior experience in a high‑volume environmentPhysical QualificationsBe able to lift five pounds or greaterBe able to sit 90% of the workday at timesBe able to bend at the waist and be mobile when neededBe able to concentrate and use critical thinkingBenefitsThis 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.Equal Employment OpportunityZwicker & 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. Please inform Human Resources Management if you wish to seek an accommodation regarding the requirements of this position.#J-18808-Ljbffr