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Zwicker & Associates, P.C.

Legal Assistant

Zwicker & Associates, P.C., Dallas, Texas, United States, 75215

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Overview Zwicker & Associates, P.C. is a national creditor rights law firm focused on ethics, compliance, and assertive representation of clients’ interests. Founded in 1991, Zwicker represents creditors in consumer and commercial recovery and litigation efforts. Zwicker is headquartered in Andover, Massachusetts, with office locations throughout the United States.

Zwicker is presently seeking a Litigation Assistant to join our team and provide onsite legal administrative support for our office in

Dallas, TX . We are seeking a candidate with strong organizational, written and verbal communication skills and a willingness to learn. The successful candidate will manage legal documents, analyze and process data, and provide administrative support.

The base hourly rate for this position is

$20.00-$21.00 , plus applicable bonus.

Responsibilities

Analyze and process data to ensure proper workflow in line with client and Zwicker expectations

Provide and assist in high-level legal administrative and office management support to the Office Manager and on-site attorneys

Utilize internal software to update and document the status of each account in the assigned inventory

Prepare documentation for attorney review

File (paper or e-file) pleadings with state-specific court filing systems

Answer incoming calls

Communicate effectively with team members and outside parties

Comply with all applicable standard operating procedures of the office

Balance quality and quantity of work

Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

Strong organizational and time management skills

Proficient computer skills including Microsoft Office; strong Excel skills

Excellent oral and written communication skills

Great attention to detail

Professionalism and a positive attitude

Preferred Qualifications

Knowledge of rules of civil litigation procedure, rules of evidence, and/or e-filing process

Previous administrative experience in a law firm or financial or banking institution

Debt collection and/or litigation experience

Physical Qualifications

Be able to lift five pounds or more

Be able to sit for long periods

Be able to bend, be mobile when needed

Be able to read and comprehend position-specific documents and correspondence

Be able to communicate verbally and in writing in a common language

Be able to operate a computer, phone, or equivalent device

Be able to complete a minimum of a 40-hour flexible workweek

Benefits & Additional Information 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 401(k) with match.

No phone calls, no agencies. EOE, drug-free workplace. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. If you wish to seek an accommodation, please contact Human Resources. Please review our Applicant Privacy Notice: http://www.zwickerpc.com/job-applicant-privacy-notice/

Each posted position will be active for at least five (5) business days, during which time all qualified and eligible employees can apply.

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