Associate Attorney

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. We are looking for a candidate with an eagerness to learn, exemplary organizational, written, and verbal communication skills, and a diverse background that enables us to innovate and excel. We promote from within, offering excellent career advancement for high achievers. The base salary range for this position is $90,000–$120,000 per year, plus applicable bonus. Responsibilities Of Associate Attorneys 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 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 proper workflow is performed pursuant to the firm and client expectations Comply with all 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 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 Requirements Admitted to practice law and in good standing in North Dakota and South Dakota Ability or willingness to waive into Wyoming and Montana, preferred 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 Proficiency in a common language for verbal and written communication Operational competence with computers, phones, or equivalent devices Commitment to a minimum 40‑hour flexible workweek schedule Ability to read and comprehend position‑specific documents and correspondence Preferred Qualifications Minimum of one year of litigation/trial experience Working knowledge of civil procedure Debt collection experience Prior experience in a high‑volume environment Physical Qualifications 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 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. 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr