Commercial Litigation Associate Attorney

A law firm in Scottsdale, AZ, is seeking a Commercial Litigation Associate Attorney with 1-7 years of experience, preferably in creditors’ rights and collections. The candidate will provide thorough and practical assessments and advice while advocating for clients in and out of court during the legal collection process. They will focus on continuous quality work product and performance in a fast-paced environment while maintaining integrity and achieving results.

Duties:

• Provide thorough and practical assessments and advice to clients during the legal collection process.
• Prepare and sign pleadings for all phases of litigation.
• Make court appearances throughout the litigation lifecycle, including first-chairing trials.
• Communicate effectively with clients, opposing counsel, opposing parties, and court staff.
• Implement strategies to collect judgments obtained on behalf of clients.
• Provide guidance and training to administration-level staff.
• Conduct legal research required to make successful legal arguments and recommendations.
• Draft and review legal briefs, correspondence, pleadings, and other legal documents.
• Document account/file activity per Firm and client policies.
• Travel to various courts in the State and effectively handle all aspects of a case's litigation life cycle.
• Attend continuing education classes, webinars, and seminars to remain current on changes in the law.

Requirements:

• 1-7 years of commercial litigation experience, preferably in creditors’ rights and collections.
• Membership in the AZ State Bar.
• J.D. from an accredited law school.

Education:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.

Certifications:

• Membership in the Arizona State Bar.

Skills:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to analyze case law and provide recommendations.
• Knowledge of federal, state, and local laws.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Attention to detail and ability to produce quality work product consistently.

This motivated law firm started in Minneapolis and over the years has expanded into Nebraska, Utah, Wisconsin and Arizona. As a firm with almost a decade of experience, they are extremely client focused. They ensure their services are top quality and they follow through with all requests. They specialize in compliance , retail and commercial creditors rights and commercial transactions & litigation. This firm puts all their effort into being successful as a firm and achieving success for their clients.