Litigation Attorney

Job Overview: A law firm in Irving, TX, specializing in creditors rights litigation, is seeking a Litigation Attorney to join their team. The ideal candidate will handle hearings, develop litigation strategies, manage a caseload, and ensure compliance with legal requirements.

Job Duties:

• Assist with the firm’s Texas creditor's rights litigation practice
• Handle hearings in the state of Texas
• Monitor progress and develop strategies to bring files to resolution effectively and efficiently
• Provide status updates, legal analysis, and legal strategy recommendations to clients
• Handle a large caseload, including all aspects of matters from assignment to conclusion, under the supervision of Senior Attorneys
• Conduct comprehensive reviews of all conditions precedent to the filing of the action, including review of loan documents, financials, and demand letters
• Draft and review pleadings and correspondence in connection with foreclosure actions
• Ensure all internal systems are updated to include findings, documentation, and recommendations
• Exercise the highest degree of confidentiality and professionalism
• Safeguard compliance with local, state, and federal foreclosure, bankruptcy, and collections requirements, as applicable

Requirements:

• Texas Bar Admission with 5 years of experience in State litigation
• Strong negotiation skills
• Superior time management skills
• Ability to work independently
• Meticulous analytical skills
• Advanced written and verbal communication skills; strong interpersonal skills
• Intermediate to advanced-level computer and general office skills
• Juris Doctor from an accredited law school
• Texas State Bar Membership

Education and Certifications:

• Juris Doctor from an accredited law school
• Texas State Bar Membership

Skills:

• Experience conducting evidentiary hearings, researching legal issues, drafting motion practice, discovery, advocating for clients in court proceedings, and taking/defending depositions
• Organizational and prioritization skills to meet deadlines
• Attention to detail and ability to produce accurate and high-quality work products in a fast-paced, volume-based environment

Job Location: Irving, TX