McCalla Raymer Leibert Pierce is looking for a litigation associate attorney for their New York office.
About the Firm
McCalla Raymer Leibert Pierce, LLC is a full service Residential and Commercial Real Estate Legal Services firm with a combined 75 years of experience specializing in: Foreclosure, Bankruptcy, Eviction, Commercial Origination and Workout Transactions, Complex Litigation, Title Curative/Litigation and Closing Services; representing large to small financial institutions and Investors.
About the Opportunity
McCalla Raymer Leibert Pierce is looking for a litigation associate attorney for their New York office. 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.
Roles and 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 ensure 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.
- This job may require supervisory responsibilities
Eligibility Criteria
- J.D. degree
- Bar license in good standing in New York required
- Minimum 2 years relevant litigation experience Knowledge of New York Mortgage Foreclosure Law and practice.
- Effectively manage time and priorities Keep confidences
Preferred Skills
- 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
Salary
$95,000-$130,000 annually
How to Apply?
Interested candidates can apply through the link provided at the end of this post.
Location
New York
