Litigation Attorney

Job Overview

A dynamic law firm is seeking an experienced Litigation Attorney to join its Melville, NY office. The role involves handling a high-volume caseload focused on foreclosure litigation, bankruptcy, and mortgage banking. The ideal candidate will have a background in foreclosure litigation, strong organizational skills, and a proactive approach to client representation. This position offers growth opportunities, including a partnership track.

Location

• Melville, NY

Duties

• Manage and prioritize a large caseload related to foreclosure, bankruptcy, and mortgage banking.
• Draft and review pleadings, ensuring compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.
• Represent clients at hearings, status conferences, and other legal proceedings.
• Interact with clients, opposing counsel, and team members to develop case strategies.
• Provide innovative solutions to complex legal issues to mitigate client risk.

Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in foreclosure litigation.
• Juris Doctorate (JD) degree and active membership in good standing with the New York State Bar.
• Previous experience in title, bankruptcy, and mortgage banking is preferred.

Education

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

Certifications

• Licensed to practice law in New York.

Skills

• Proficient in legal research, drafting, and review within foreclosure and bankruptcy law.
• Strong communication skills for effective client and team interaction.
• Excellent organizational abilities to manage a high-volume caseload.
• Problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to case management.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan with contributions.
• Disability insurance (short-term and long-term).
• Paid time off, including 15 vacation days, 5 personal emergency days, and 6 holidays.
• Hybrid work option available after completion of the training period.
• Signing bonus offered.

For more than four decades, this firm has been serving its clients with at the highest quality service. This firm has expanded offices across the country in states along the East like Maryland, New York, Virginia, Delaware and more. This law firm has nearly fifteen attorneys practicing Foreclosure, Evictions, Title Claim Services and many more practice areas.