Associate Attorney needed for Indianapolis office

A law firm in Indianapolis, IN is seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Associate Attorney to provide exceptional legal representation to financial institutions in creditor rights matters, with a focus on residential foreclosure, bankruptcy, and replevin. The successful candidate will thrive in a fast-paced, high-volume environment, offering innovative solutions to complex challenges while collaborating closely with the legal team. This role involves working with default servicing and mortgage bank clients, managing a variety of legal tasks, and ensuring the quality and timeliness of services provided.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide legal representation in creditor rights matters, including residential foreclosure, bankruptcy, and replevin.
• Collaborate with team members to develop effective, practical, and innovative solutions to emerging legal challenges.
• Work with default servicing and mortgage bank clients to resolve legal issues efficiently.
• Conduct comprehensive reviews of loan documents, financial information, and correspondence.
• Draft responses to motions and affirmative defenses received from defendants.
• Draft, review, and ensure proper filing/mailing of pleadings, notices, motions, and correspondence.
• Attend court hearings in person and via video.
• Identify and address routine and complex legal issues, developing creative strategies and solutions.
• Formulate causes of action, affirmative defenses, and counterclaims, and develop strategies and evidentiary bases for court advocacy.
• Review documents and provide direction and oversight to non-legal staff to ensure compliance with laws, regulations, and best practices.
• Lead by example in supporting compliance and ethics programs within the firm.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Requirements:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Multi-state licensure (OH, KY) preferred or willingness to obtain.
• Bankruptcy experience is desirable.
• Federal licensure preferred.
• Knowledge of foreclosure and/or bankruptcy processes is a plus.
• Strong organizational skills and detail-oriented with excellent analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
• Strong time-management and prioritization skills.
• Self-driven with the ability to work independently or collaboratively as needed.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with a commitment to providing exceptional, responsive, and timely client service.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, etc.) and general computer literacy.

Certifications:

• Admission to the Indiana State Bar and any other required state bars (OH, KY preferred).
• Federal licensure preferred.

Skills:

• Strong analytical, research, and problem-solving skills.
• Effective verbal and written communication abilities.
• High degree of organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to handle a high volume of cases in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and general computer skills.

Benefits Offered:

• Medical coverage
• HSA with quarterly employer contributions
• Dental coverage
• Vision coverage
• Group Life insurance
• Supplemental Life Insurance plans
• Long and Short Term Disability
• First Stop Health for all employees
• Legal Service benefit for all employees
• Hospital and accident indemnity coverage
• National discount programs for all employees
• 401(k) with employer matching
• Paid Time Off (PTO)