Foreclosure Associate Attorney

A law firm seeks an experienced and motivated Associate Attorney to join its team and support its growing foreclosure practice in Maryland. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work in a fast-paced and challenging legal environment where you will manage complex foreclosure cases, provide legal expertise, and collaborate with both clients and internal teams. The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in foreclosure law and a proactive approach to managing case files and client relationships.

Duties:

• Subject Matter Expertise:

  • Develop and share in-depth knowledge of foreclosure law to guide clients, partners, and internal team members.
  • Stay current on legal developments and trends in foreclosure and related areas, ensuring compliance with relevant statutes and regulations.
  • Serve as a resource for legal advice and solutions, responding to client and internal inquiries with accuracy and efficiency.

• Legal Document Review and Preparation:

  • Review legal documents, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and legal sufficiency.
  • Draft and execute pleadings, motions, and other legal documents in accordance with client objectives and legal requirements.
  • Address and resolve document discrepancies and ensure that all materials meet local legal standards.

• Client Interaction and Communication:

  • Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, providing timely and clear responses to questions and legal inquiries.
  • Manage client communications, escalate complex issues as necessary, and ensure client expectations are met.
  • Work closely with clients to guide them through the foreclosure process, offering expert legal counsel and advice.

• Case and File Management:

  • Oversee the progress of foreclosure files, ensuring that all case milestones are met and that files are organized and up-to-date.
  • Develop and implement strategies to keep cases moving forward, resolving delays and removing obstacles that may affect timelines.
  • Participate in client calls and workgroups to discuss file progress, case strategy, and next steps.

• Legal Oversight and Collaboration:

  • Provide legal oversight to junior staff and non-attorneys, ensuring that all legal processes are followed correctly.
  • Collaborate with team members to ensure that legal and ethical requirements are met across all practice areas.
  • Offer legal counsel on operational processes and assist in educating the team on complex legal matters.

• Risk Management and Legal Compliance:

  • Identify and mitigate risks in foreclosure cases, responding promptly to emerging legal issues.
  • Ensure legal compliance across all cases, reviewing processes regularly and making necessary adjustments to maintain high standards.

Requirements:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the Maryland State Bar, in good standing.
• Strong understanding of foreclosure law and related legal processes.
• Excellent analytical, legal writing, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple cases simultaneously, with a high level of organization and attention to detail.
• Strong negotiation skills with the ability to work with clients and other parties to reach favorable outcomes.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, Excel) and other legal software tools (e.g., Adobe, Nuance Power PDF).
• Comfortable with new technologies and adapting to different software systems.

Education:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.

Certifications:

• Active member of the Maryland State Bar and in good standing.

Skills:

• Exceptional legal research and writing capabilities.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to oversee complex legal processes.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills for effective client interaction and internal collaboration.
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a legal team.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines.

Benefits:

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage.
• Paid time off (PTO) and holiday leave.
• 401(k) plan with company matching contributions.
• Opportunities for professional development and career growth.

This law firm is one of the largest Women's Business Enterprise National Council certified women-owned law firms in the United States. Its major practice areas include residential and commercial loan foreclosure and loan workout, bankruptcy and eviction, money judgment, asset management and recovery, and real estate transactions and litigation. Headquartered in Troy, Michigan, the firm also has offices located in other locations including Leesburg, Virginia.