Description:
Mid-size law firm specializing in secured creditor representation and residential foreclosures default-related litigation and real estate matters is seeking an organized, energetic, and self-motivated associate attorney for the firm's high-volume, fast-paced Massachusetts based Foreclosure Department. The successful candidate will have a strong work ethic, positive attitude, and excellent communication skills.Join a team of dedicated, hard-working professionals who take pride in the Firm's excellent reputation and integrity as we deliver first-class service to our clients.
Responsibilities/Duties:
- Responsible for all stages of the Massachusetts foreclosure process and other New England States as needed.
- Draft and file pleadings in state and federal courts.
- Demonstrate exceptional legal research, writing and verbal communication skills.
- Effectively communicate with clients and advise on possible case strategy and potential outcomes.
- Negotiate with opposing counsel to achieve final resolution of cases.
- Attend various legal proceedings, including contested and uncontested court appearances in person or remotely.
- Report and track case activity and results in Firm's case management system.
Skills/Qualifications:
- Admission to the Massachusetts Bar, in good standing is required.
- Admission to the Massachusetts Federal District Court a plus.
- Admission to any other New England state bars a plus.
- Some experience in foreclosure, real estate, creditor rights/defense or debt collection is preferred.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills required with an ability to complete work efficiently and accurately within specific time constraints.
- Must be able to multi-task and adapt to various assignments.
- Must be able to work independently and manage a busy workload.
- Must be able to efficiently leverage technology, learn common software platforms used by the Firm including Microsoft Word, Excel, Teams, Outlook.
- Must be able to learn various client web-based systems and legal practice software.
