Active attorney license in Arizona with no disciplinary history
Familiarity with state civil litigation and consumer protection laws preferred
Strong time management skills in a fast-paced environment
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Ability to collaborate and motivate team members
Responsibilities
Travel to Arizona courts to manage all aspects of litigation
Negotiate disputes with opposing counsel and pro se parties
Draft and review legal documents including briefs and pleadings
Conduct legal research to inform opinions for the Lead State Attorney
Maintain responsive communication with clients to build relationships
Document case activity per firm and client policies
Engage in professional development through continuing education
Benefits
Medical, Dental, Vision, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability, and Life Insurance
401(k) plan with profit sharing
Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Performance-based bonus and commission opportunities
Full Job Description
Associate Attorney - Arizona (No Billable Hours, No Evenings/Weekends)
Job Summary
The Associate Attorney is charged with providing thorough and practical assessments and advice while advocating for clients in and out of court during the legal collection process. You will focus on continuous quality work product and performance while doing right, achieving results, and maintaining integrity.
Duties & Responsibilities
Litigation & Court Appearances: Travel to various courts in the State of Arizona and effectively handle all aspects of a case's litigation life cycle.
Negotiation & Advocacy: Communicate with opposing counsel and pro se parties to resolve disputes and negotiate matters to an amicable resolution.
Document Drafting: Draft and review legal briefs, correspondence, pleadings, and other legal documents.
Legal Research: Research and interpret laws, rulings, and regulations to formulate legal opinions for review by the Lead State Attorney.
Client Relations: Communicate with clients in a responsive manner to maintain and further develop relationships.
Compliance & Tracking: Document account/file activity in accordance with Firm and client policies and procedures.
Professional Development: Attend continuing education classes, webinars, and seminars to remain current on local, state, or federal legal changes.
Qualifications & Skills
Licensure: Qualified attorney with an active license in the State of Arizona and no discipline history.
Legal Knowledge: Familiarity with the state civil litigation process and state/federal consumer protection laws is preferred.
Time Management: Superior time management skills with the ability to meet deadlines in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
Communication: Excellent written and oral communication skills across all organizational levels and external parties.
Collaboration & Leadership: Ability to collaborate with team members, utilize shared resources, and motivate others to achieve results.
Core Competencies
Ethics & Integrity
Compliance and Discipline
Accountability & Dependability
Clear Communication
Compensation & Benefits
Insurance: Medical, Dental, Vision, Short-Term Disability (STD), Long-Term Disability (LTD), and Life Insurance.
Financial: 401(k), Profit Sharing, Health Savings Account (HSA), and Flexible Spending Account (FSA).
Incentives: Bonus and Commission potential based on performance.
Salary Note: The annual base salary range provided for this position is a nationwide market range and represents a broad range of salaries for this role across the country. The actual salary for this position will be determined by a number of factors, including the scope, complexity, and location of the role; the skills, education, training, credentials, and experience of the candidate; and other conditions of employment
