Description:

Job Summary:
Represent mortgage servicer and investor clients in foreclosure, title and general real estate litigation, including consumer claims directly against the firm's clients. This position includes, but is not limited to, making appearances in state and federal court for routine and contested hearings, reviewing incoming litigation and developing case strategy, drafting documents, conducting discovery and settlement negotiations.

Duties & Responsibilities:

Manage and handle case load of contested foreclosures, defensive litigation and ancillary matters on behalf of mortgage servicers and investors.
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 to argue motions.
Communicate with clients to insure quality representation and implementation of all client directives, including electronic communication through various online portals used by clients.
Collaborate with support staff for preparation and execution of documents to be signed by the client, filed with the court and/or for internal or client reporting purposes.
Research and analyze difficult client cases and collaborate with partners as to client advice and potential resolution.
Create matter budgets and seek fee approval from clients as per their requirements; track billable and non-billable time.

Supervisory Responsibilities:
This job does not require supervisory responsibilities

Education & Work Experience:

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

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

Effectively manage time and priorities
Keep confidences
Strong writing skills
Ability to effectively communicate written and oral
Ability to work independently or in a group/team setting
Ability to maintain high level of professionalism amidst any challenges
Ability to interact and communicate well with clients, staff, peers and management of all levels
Ability to maintain positive attitude