Associate Attorney needed for Temecula office

Job Title:
Associate Attorney

Job Overview:
A law firm located in Temecula, CA is actively seeking a seasoned attorney with extensive knowledge of New Mexico foreclosure processes and a solid grounding in title law, particularly post-sale marketability. This role involves representing clients in court, guiding legal support staff, and managing a robust docket of litigation matters across multiple practice areas. The firm offers a dynamic and collaborative work environment for attorneys looking to make a meaningful impact in real property and creditors’ rights law.

Duties:

• Represent clients in court hearings, mediations, and related proceedings across New Mexico jurisdictions

• Draft, review, and finalize legal documents including pleadings, motions, correspondence, and legal memoranda

• Oversee post-foreclosure processes, including evictions and surplus proceeds claims

• Direct and collaborate with paralegal teams on litigation support, nonjudicial foreclosure workflows, and document preparation

• Maintain consistent communication with clients and internal departments to ensure timely case progression

• Conduct legal research and prepare case strategies for new assignments

• Supervise and review legal documents prepared by team members for accuracy and compliance

• Provide mentoring and feedback to junior staff on legal procedures and standards

• Record and track billable hours with precision and consistency

• Ensure ongoing compliance with legal and ethical obligations

• Attend and participate in CLEs and professional development initiatives

• Travel as needed for court appearances and in-person meetings

Requirements:

• Licensed and in good standing with the State Bar of New Mexico

• 5-8 years of hands-on legal experience, ideally within foreclosure, title litigation, or real property law

• Demonstrated ability to manage a high-volume caseload across multiple legal domains

• Experience in bankruptcy and creditors' rights litigation is highly advantageous

• Strong analytical thinking and written communication skills

• Willingness to travel within New Mexico for hearings and other legal obligations

• Proficiency with legal research platforms and timekeeping software

Education:

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school

Certifications:

• Active license with the New Mexico State Bar

Skills:

• Excellent client communication and interpersonal skills

• Proficient in drafting complex legal documents

• Ability to manage and prioritize multiple deadlines

• Comfortable with courtroom procedure and oral advocacy

• Skilled in mentoring legal staff and reviewing legal work product

• Familiarity with property law, title issues, and post-sale processes

Job Location:

• Temecula, CA (Remote with travel requirements to New Mexico for court and client meetings)

Benefits:

• Comprehensive health insurance package

• Generous paid time off and holidays

• Flexible remote work arrangement

• Professional development support, including CLE reimbursement

• Supportive legal team and collaborative work culture

• Opportunities for career advancement within a growing legal practice

Offering mortgage-related legal services to investors and lenders, this firm has earned a great reputation in the legal community and among clients for professional accomplishments. With years of experience and cutting edge technologies, the firm has been achieving outstanding results on behalf of servicers, investors, property management companies, and others. The firm fosters a customer-focused environment that consists of highly experienced attorneys who are passionate about what they do. The firm is consistently growing and maintains top quality service and performance levels. The firm provides good medical benefits to its employees.,This firm has offices in California, Hawaii, Oregon, Arizona, Oklahoma, and Washington.