Vice President of Counterclaim Litigation
The most prestigious lending institutions trust Zwicker & Associates, P.C. to protect their legal interests nationwide. As a national creditor rights law firm, we emphasize ethics, compliance, and assertive representation. Founded in 1991, we represent lenders in various consumer and commercial recovery efforts and litigation. We are currently seeking a VP of Counterclaim Litigation to join our team.
About the role
We are seeking a highly adaptable litigation attorney to handle cases across multiple states and manage litigation attorneys within the team. You will manage cases from inception through trial, requiring frequent travel for court appearances. The ideal candidate holds multiple active bar licenses and can rapidly secure admission in new jurisdictions.
Responsibilities
Manage a robust caseload spanning multiple states and jurisdictions.
Frequent Travel: Attend in-person hearings, depositions, arbitrations, and trials.
Proactively obtain admission to additional state bars via waiver (motion) as business needs dictate.
Secure local counsel and file for pro hac vice admission in temporary jurisdictions.
Draft pleadings, motions, discovery requests, and comprehensive trial briefs.
Present oral arguments, conduct witness examinations, and lead trial teams in diverse courts.
Develop and execute client-specific litigation strategies at the direction of the Vice President of Litigation Operations and General Counsel.
Develop and manage guidelines, plans, procedures, and processes for the Counterclaim Litigation Group to ensure the effective and efficient delivery of legal services to the firm.
Mentor and train attorneys within the Counterclaim Litigation Group.
Communicate effectively with the client, internal firm management, and the firm’s nationwide network of local trial attorneys.
Keep the Vice President of Legal Operations and General Counsel abreast of legal trends and challenges, and recommend appropriate action as required.
Requirements
Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school.
Active, good-standing bar admission license in multiple states.
Waiver eligibility: Meet reciprocity requirements to waive into additional designated state bars.
Minimum of 6-8 years of progressive civil litigation experience including trial work, with 5 years at the senior management or executive level, preferably in a similarly complex organization with demonstrated leadership of a litigation team.
The preferred candidate will have advanced civil litigation experience and successfully prosecuted both bench and jury trials to completion.
Experience serving as primary legal counsel to senior attorneys, recommending appropriate action as required.
Deep understanding of civil procedure rules and court customs.
Ability to work highly effectively while traveling or working remotely.
Strong networking skills to build immediate rapport with local counsel.
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.
Benefits
The salary range for this role is $150,000-$200,000, plus applicable bonus. We offer a comprehensive benefits package including medical, vision, and dental insurance, long-term disability insurance, life insurance, compensated time off, paid holidays, and a 401(k) with match.
Pay
$150,000 - $200,000
Schedule
Full-time, full-benefit position.