Associate Attorney needed for New York City office

Job Overview: A law firm seeks an Associate Attorney to represent mortgage servicer and investor clients in foreclosure, title, and general real estate litigation. The successful candidate will appear in state and federal court, manage a caseload of contested foreclosures, and collaborate with support staff for document preparation and execution.

Job Details:

• Represent mortgage servicer and investor clients in foreclosure, title, and general real estate litigation.
• Make appearances in state and federal court for routine and contested hearings.
• Review incoming litigation, develop case strategy, and conduct settlement negotiations.
• Manage and handle caseload of contested foreclosures, defensive litigation, and ancillary matters.
• Analyze loan files, title reports, and other client documents.
• Draft motions, pleadings, settlement agreements, discovery demands, and responses.
• Appear in court for settlement and case management conferences, and argue motions.
• Communicate with clients through various online portals to ensure quality representation.
• Collaborate with support staff for document preparation and execution.
• Research and analyze difficult client cases, and collaborate with partners for advice and resolution.
• Create matter budgets and seek client fee approval; track billable and non-billable time.

Requirements:

• J.D. degree, Bar license in good standing in New York; New Jersey license preferred.
• 2-4 years of relevant litigation experience.
• Knowledge of New York Mortgage Foreclosure Law and practice.

Skills:

• Strong writing skills.
• Ability to effectively communicate written and orally.
• Effective time and priority management.
• Confidentiality maintenance.
• Ability to work independently or in a group/team setting.
• Maintain a high level of professionalism amidst challenges.
• Positive attitude and effective interaction with clients, staff, peers, and management.

Education and Certifications:

• J.D. degree.
• Bar license in good standing in New York; New Jersey license preferred.

Job Location: New York City, NY

Benefits: The firm offers a comprehensive compensation package, including a salary commensurate with experience and accomplishments.

Specializing in bankruptcy, real estate transactions, eviction, foreclosure and litigation, this leading firm was founded in 1982. With offices throughout the country, the firm provides high quality and efficient representation. The highly experienced group of attorneys works together with clients to achieve their goals and minimize their risk. The firm has an environment that supports both personal and professional development. Besides offering a competitive salary with great benefits, the firm provides growth training, birthday paid time off, company-sponsored events, rentals cars, cellular service and discounts in the gym. The firm is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity in the workplace.