Description:
Purpose:The Associate Attorney is responsible for reviewing foreclosure related legal motions, in addition to attending foreclosure settlement conferences for the Firm. This person will utilize legal knowledge and experience as necessary to facilitate the process on the behalf of our Clients.
Duties & Responsibilities:
- Review Foreclosure Related Motions such as Foreclosure Complaints, Orders of Reference and Judgments
- Attend Hearing and Mediation Appearances
- Prepare Analysis of cases and advise Clients regarding legal strategies
- Draft Court Pleadings, Status Letters, Denial Letters and Written Requests
- Must collaborate with Supervising Foreclosure Attorney, Business Unit and Per Diem Appearance Counsel
- Provide Legal Directives for Clients on the behalf of the Firm
- Directly Manage Escalated Cases including the management of Client Systems
- Coordinate Bank Rep and Client Appearances
- Must be willing to Travel on an as needed basis
Job Requirements:
- Bachelor's Degree with a Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school.
- Member of the New York Bar while maintaining all necessary licensing and continuing legal education requirements.
General Competency Factors:
- Demonstrates strong written and verbal communication skills. Effectively communicates with all clients (via client systems, e-mail and phone).
- Provides exceptional customer service to internal and external customers.
- Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner.
- Conscientious with respect to work completion, deadlines, time management and attendance.
- Takes initiative in face of obstacles and identifies what needs to be done and takes action.
- Demonstrates commitment to Firm's vision, mission, and core values.
- Analytical and detail oriented, while working at a fast pace and capable of multi-tasking.
- Excellent problem solving and organizational skills.
- Must be a team player and willing to help others in their department whenever necessary.
- Develops professional relationships and builds rapport with others.
- Overall good work ethic and willingness to adapt to change.
