Associate Attorney

Overview Zwicker & Associates, P.C. is a leading provider of quality recovery solutions for creditors. The firm is committed to maintaining the highest standards of legal and regulatory compliance. Zwicker is seeking a dedicated Legal Compliance Associate Attorney to join our dynamic legal team. The Legal Compliance Associate Attorney will join Zwicker’s in-house counsel team and be primarily responsible for conducting internal reviews of legal threats, lawsuits, and government agency complaints against the firm under the supervision of senior lawyers within the group. This position offers significant responsibility and a blend of litigation and compliance-oriented work. The ideal candidate will have one to five years of experience practicing law with a demonstrated record of performing fact investigations, identifying and analyzing legal issues, and communicating findings and recommendations to relevant parties. They will have the opportunity to draft correspondence with government agencies and opposing parties and accordingly the ability to communicate effectively in writing is essential to success in this position. Other opportunities may include assisting in the design and implementation of compliance programs relevant to consumer and commercial debt collection, data privacy and security, and employment related issues. The base salary for this position is $85,000 - $95,000 per year. Requirements Minimum one year of experience as a practicing attorney. Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school. Admitted, active and in good standing with at least one State Bar. Ability to anticipate legal issues, risks and compliance needs. Ability to develop legal strategy and exercise sound independent judgment. Ability to comprehend, analyze and interpret laws and regulations. Ability to appropriately maintain confidentiality. Strong analytical and critical thinking skills required. Strong oral and written communication skills required. Strong interpersonal skills required. Knowledge of the legal and regulatory requirements affecting the debt collection and financial services industries preferred. Knowledge of the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act and state consumer protections laws preferred. Be able to communicate in a common language with (or to) individuals or groups verbally and/or in writing. Be able to operate a computer, phone, or equivalent device. Be able to complete a minimum of a 40-hour flexible workweek schedule. Be able to read and comprehend position-specific documents and correspondence. 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 Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this position. Duties, responsibilities and activities may 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. Benefit 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. Applicant Privacy Notice Please Review Our Applicant Privacy Notice #J-18808-Ljbffr