Associate Litigation Attorney

Summary/Objective

To handle mortgage-related litigation files as lead counsel in State, Federal and Bankruptcy Courts. The attorney in this position will draft and file documents such as proofs of claim, objections to confirmation, and motions for relief from the automatic stay. The attorney will communicate daily with clients, debtors, and attorneys.  Hearing attendance may be required. This position is in-office.

Essential Functions

Provide legal advice to the Firm’s mortgage servicing clients. Communicate with clients through a combination of phone, email and client database systems;

Research and analyze legal sources such as statutes, recorded judicial decisions, legal articles, treaties, constitutions, and legal codes.

Prepare legal briefs, pleadings, appeals, contracts, and any other necessary legal documentation during the course of litigation in State Circuit Court, Probate Court, Appellate Courts, Federal District Court, and Federal Bankruptcy Court, State and Federal.

Handle civil litigation cases from referral to resolution, which may necessitate the use of written and oral advocacy, motion practice, discovery, trial preparation, trial, and appellate court briefing and argument.

Participation in mediation, willingness and ability to understand complex loan documentation and loss mitigation processes.

Review work product of staff (comprised of legal assistants and processors) for accuracy;Maintain a current knowledge of any trends, regulations or legislation affecting the assigned area of practice;

Settle cases and attend hearings;

Perform additional duties as requested.

Position Preferences:

Juris Doctorate required;

Licensed to practice law in the State and Federal Courts in TX, including Bankruptcy Court and the Eighth or Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals.

2+ years' Litigation specific experience 

Experience preferred in finance or representation of financial institutions in real estate related matters.

Exceptional communication skills (oral and written).

Ability to work through complex mortgage-related issues.

Must be PC literate and able to rapidly adapt to a variety of data base systems;

Ability to represent the company in various forums to foster the desires and image of the company in the community.

Characteristics:

Positive attitude and professional image at all times.

Able to work cohesively with others or independently with little supervision.

Highly dependable (attendance, daily responsibilities/tasks, and project deadlines).

Competent in multi-tasking, prioritization, and maintain confidentiality.

Very detail-oriented.

Good decision maker. Understand when to take initiative or seek manager’s input.