Legal Assistant

Overview

Zwicker & Associates, P.C. is a national creditor rights law firm that emphasizes ethics, compliance, and assertive representation of our clients’ interests. Founded in 1991, Zwicker represents lenders in consumer and commercial recovery efforts and litigation. Zwicker is headquartered in Andover, Massachusetts, with office locations across the United States. Zwicker is presently seeking a Litigation Assistant to join our team and provide legal administrative onsite support for our Rosemont, IL office.

We are seeking a candidate who is eager to learn, with exemplary organizational, written, and verbal communication skills. The successful candidate will manage legal documents, analyze and process data, and provide administrative support. The base hourly rate for this position is $21.00-$24.00, plus applicable bonus.

• Analyze and process data, as assigned, to ensure proper workflow according to client and firm 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
• Perform other duties as assigned

• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Office, with strong Excel skills
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Great attention to detail
• Professionalism and a positive attitude
• Ability to communicate effectively in writing and verbally with individuals or groups
• Ability to operate a computer, phone, or equivalent device
• Ability to complete a minimum of a 40-hour flexible workweek
• Ability to read and comprehend position-specific documents and correspondence

• Be able to lift five pounds or greater
• Be able to sit for extended periods
• Be able to bend at the waist and be mobile when needed
• Be able to concentrate and use critical thinking

Please 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.

EOE, drug-free workplace. No phone calls or agencies.

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