Managing Attorney

Managing AttorneyZwicker & 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 various 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 a Managing Attorney to join our team in Bellevue, WA. The ideal candidate will be a dynamic leader who has proven to be a successful motivator of people and manager of processes. Demonstrated critical thinking and problem-solving abilities are required. The ideal candidate will be highly motivated, a self-starter, detail-oriented, and driven to perform. The ability to utilize spreadsheets to organize and analyze data is a requirement.The successful Managing Attorney candidate will manage litigation operations, staff, and associate attorneys working through the portfolio of assigned accounts/cases for designated states. Effective mentorship of associate attorneys in the practice of law is essential. Training on, monitoring, and enforcing production and compliance requirements for all staff is required. Representing clients in civil litigation matters, including negotiations, drafting, and approving legal documents and pleadings, will be routine. The successful candidate will advise clients and firm management of state-specific laws, rules, and regulatory issues related to the assigned portfolio of accounts or other litigation-related matters. The Managing Attorney will report to our regional AVP of Litigation Operations.The base salary for this position is $135,000 - 160,000 per year, plus applicable bonus.Responsibilities of a Managing Attorney include:Manage assigned portfolio of accounts to achieve client goals and protect client and Z&A interests effectivelyImplement, manage, and improve litigation processes within the framework identified by Z&A executive management staff to achieve all goals and responsibilities most efficientlyInterview, supervise, train, and assign duties and responsibilities to the litigation staffLiaise with the Litigation Operations and Audit departments to ensure compliance with client expectations, firm policies, and local/state regulations, and remediate and resolve any identified compliance issuesTrain associate attorneys and staff on operating procedures and processesEnforce production and performance expectations for all staff and attorneys at the siteReview and execute legal pleadings, motions, etc.Send and respond to correspondence from opposing counsel, pro se parties, corporate office, litigation members, and courtsZealously advocate for client interests in motion practice hearings and trials, in person and telephonically when permittedDraft specific pleadings, motions, responses, discovery, etc.Ensure the appropriate account and case documentation, including document retention via RMS notes, status case files, and electronic storage, in compliance with State Bar requirements, Court Rules, and Z&A standards. Comply with all applicable standard operating procedures as directed by executive managementAbility to travel to various courtrooms within the branch office footprint as requiredPerforms other duties as assignedRequirementsAdmitted to practice law and in good standing in WashingtonHigh-volume civil litigation experienceDebt collections experience (strongly preferred)Previous management experience (strongly preferred)Strong organizational and time management skillsExcellent verbal and written communication skillsHigh level of professionalismStrong commitment to ethics and compliance standardsCollaborative team playerProficient computer skills, including Word, Excel, and OutlookBe able to read and comprehend position-specific documents and correspondence, which at times may be voluminousBe able to regularly interact and 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 schedulePhysical Qualifications:Be 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 thinkingPlease 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.