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Weekend Associate Attorney Jobs in Arkansas (NOW HIRING)

Oath

Associate Attorney

Little Rock, AR · On-site

Oath Law & Oath Planning - Estate and Financial Planning Oath is hiring for an Associate Attorney in Little Rock, Arkansas! About The Role This role is an in-person, client facing position. When ...

Kutak Rock

Litigation Associate Attorney

Rogers, AR · On-site

Kutak Rock LLP seeks an Associate attorney to join the Litigation practice in its Rogers, AR office. Ideal candidates will have up to five years' experience in Health Care Litigation or Commercial ...

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State of Arkansas

ATTORNEY II

Little Rock, AR · On-site

$85K - $127K/yr

Associate Counsel may also be responsible for regulating the insurance industry as it relates to ... Attorneys - Career Path Classification: Attorney II Class Code: LAT04P Pay Grade: SPC05 Salary ...

State of Arkansas

ATTORNEY II

Little Rock, AR · On-site

$85K - $127K/yr

Associate Counsel may also be responsible for regulating the insurance industry as it relates to ... Attorneys - Career Path Classification: Attorney II Class Code: LAT04P Pay Grade: SPC05 Salary ...

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ATTORNEY II

Fayetteville, AR · On-site

$85K - $127K/yr

CLO Attorneys represent the Department in child maltreatment investigations, child welfare proceedings, foster care issues, adult protective services cases, and public guardianship cases. This ...

State of Arkansas

ATTORNEY II

Little Rock, AR · On-site

$85K - $127K/yr

Attorney II Class Code: LAT04P Pay Grade: SPC05 Salary Range: $85,943 - $127,195 Job Summary The Attorney II is a mid-level legal professional within the state government, responsible for providing ...

State of Arkansas

ATTORNEY III

Little Rock, AR · On-site

$114K - $169K/yr

Attorney III Class Code: LAT05P Pay Grade: SPC08 Salary Range: $114,390 - $169,298 Job Summary The Attorney III is a senior-level legal professional within the state government, responsible for ...

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What is a weekend associate attorney?

A Weekend Associate Attorney is a licensed lawyer who works primarily on weekends, often to support law firms or legal departments that require additional assistance outside traditional weekday hours. These attorneys may handle tasks such as legal research, drafting documents, case preparation, or client consultations. Weekend Associate Attorneys are commonly employed by firms that deal with urgent cases, high workloads, or clients who are only available during weekends. This position offers flexibility for both the attorney and the employer, and can be beneficial for those balancing other commitments during the week.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a weekend associate attorney, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Weekend Associate Attorney, you need a Juris Doctor (JD) degree, a valid state bar license, and strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills. Familiarity with legal research databases like Westlaw or LexisNexis, as well as document management systems, is typically required. Excellent time management, communication, and the ability to work independently are crucial soft skills for this role. These competencies ensure that critical legal tasks are handled efficiently and accurately, even outside standard business hours, supporting client needs and firm objectives.

What are some common challenges faced by weekend associate attorneys, and how can I prepare for them?

Weekend Associate Attorneys often manage tight deadlines and a higher volume of urgent client matters since they support cases that require immediate attention outside standard business hours. Balancing workload and maintaining communication with colleagues who work weekdays can also be challenging. To succeed, it's helpful to develop strong organizational skills, be proactive in updating case files, and ensure clear, timely communication with the broader legal team. Familiarity with remote work tools and time management strategies will also help you excel in this unique schedule.

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Associate Attorney

Little Rock, AR • On-site

Zwicker & Associates, P.C.
501 - 1,000 employees
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$80K - $85K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

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Zwicker & Associates rating

4.6

Company rating: 4.6 out of 10

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Job 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.
Zwicker is presently seeking an Associate Attorney to join our team in Little Rock, AR. We are seeking a candidate with an eagerness to learn, as well as exemplary organizational, written, and verbal communication skills, to join our team. We seek out candidates whose diverse skills, backgrounds, and experiences enable the Zwicker team to collaboratively innovate and excel in performance. We encourage and provide lifelong learning and training opportunities for our team members, with the goal of building a strong foundation and successful future with us. We strive to promote from within, offering excellent career advancement opportunities for high achievers.
The base salary range for this position is $80,000-$85,000 per year, plus applicable bonus.
Responsibilities of Associate Attorneys include
  • Communicate effectively and appropriately with team members and outside parties
  • Draft, review, and file legal pleadings, motions, discovery, etc., in furtherance of active litigation files
  • Review litigation case files and pleadings to determine appropriate action
  • Advocate on behalf of the client's interests at various litigation settings
  • Utilize internal proprietary software to properly update and document the status of each account in the assigned inventory
  • Analyze and process litigation inventory reports and litigation files, as assigned by the Managing Attorney, to ensure that proper litigation workflow is being performed pursuant to the firm and client expectations
  • Comply with all client and firm standard operating procedures
  • Ability to travel to various courtrooms within the branch office footprint as required
  • Prepare for and represent clients at hearings, mediations, arbitrations, and trials, including case strategy development, drafting pleadings, conducting discovery, and presenting oral arguments
  • Negotiate settlements with consumers and their legal representatives to resolve disputes efficiently while protecting client interests
  • Evaluate case merits, assess risk exposure, and provide strategic legal recommendations
  • Maintain compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and court procedures
  • Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements
  • Admitted to practice law and in good standing in Arkansas and willing to waive into Oklahoma

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  • Admitted to practice law and in good standing in Oklahoma and willing to waive into Arkansas
  • Strong organizational and time management skills
  • Proficient computer skills in Microsoft Office suite, including Word, Excel, and Outlook
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Highly motivated self-starter
  • Eagerness to learn
  • Ability to manage and prioritize a large caseload
  • 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

Preferred Qualifications
  • Minimum of one year of litigation/trial experience
  • Working knowledge of civil procedure
  • Debt collection experience
  • Prior experience in a high-volume environment

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 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: no phone calls, no agencies, EOE, drug-free workplace.
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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