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Legal Assistant

Zwicker & Associates, P.C., Oregon, WI, United States


Description
The most prestigious lending institutions trust Zwicker & Associates, P.C. to protect their legal interests nationwide. Zwicker & Associates, P.C. is a national creditor rights law firm that emphasizes ethics, compliance, and assertive representation of our clients’ interests, making us the industry leader in debt collection.

Founded in 1991, Zwicker represents lenders in various consumer and commercial recovery efforts and litigation. Zwicker is headquartered in Andover, Massachusetts, and has office locations across the United States.

Position Overview
We are seeking a Litigation Assistant to join our team and provide legal administrative onsite support for our office in Clackamas, OR. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing legal documents, analyzing and processing data, and providing administrative support.

Base hourly rate: $20.00 plus applicable bonus.

Responsibilities

Analyze and process data to ensure proper workflow is adhered to pursuant to client and firm expectations.

Provide high‑level legal administrative and office management support to the Office Manager and attorneys on‑site.

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

Prepare documentation for attorney review.

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

Answer incoming calls.

Communicate effectively and appropriately with team members and outside parties.

Comply with all applicable standard operating procedures set forth by the firm.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Strong organizational and time‑management skills.

Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Office suite with strong Excel skills.

Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Great attention to detail.

Professionalism and a winning attitude.

Ability to communicate in a common language verbally and in writing.

Ability to operate a computer, phone, or equivalent device.

Commitment to a minimum 40‑hour flexible workweek schedule.

Ability to read and comprehend position‑specific documents and correspondence.

Physical Qualifications

Ability to lift five pounds or greater.

Ability to sit for 90% of the workday at times.

Ability to bend at the waist and be mobile when needed.

Ability to concentrate and use critical thinking.

This job description is not intended to be a comprehensive listing of all activities, duties, and 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.

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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