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Associate Attorney, Litigation
McCalla Raymer Leibert Pierce, LLC. Report directly to the Managing Partner of Litigation South .
Core Competencies
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Demonstrates expertise in managing contested and uncontested matters for mortgage lenders, including title review and foreclosure processes. Proficient in legal writing, communication, and maintaining compliance with Texas laws and standards.
Highest-signal resume keywords
Licensed Attorney In TexasReal Estate And Title Review ExperienceTexas Mortgage Foreclosure Law KnowledgeStrong Writing SkillsCase And Document Management Software Proficiency
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Hard Skills
Title ReviewJudicial And Nonjudicial ForeclosureLegal Document DraftingLoan File AnalysisCompliance ReviewLegal Opinion PreparationIndependent Caseload ManagementTime ManagementMultitaskingInternet Research
Soft Skills
Strong Written CommunicationOral CommunicationInterpersonal SkillsOrganizational SkillsProfessionalism
Tools & Technologies
MS Office SuiteBKFSTempoCase Management Software
Certifications & Qualifications
J.D. DegreeLicensed In Good Standing In Texas
Industry Keywords
Texas Title StandardsTexas Default ServicingForeclosure LitigationFederal, State, And Local Laws
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Report directly to the Managing Partner of Litigation South
- Manage contested and uncontested matters for residential and commercial mortgage lenders and investors
- Handle title review and title curative responsibilities
- Handle judicial and nonjudicial foreclosure tasks throughout Texas
- Appear in court and argue motions for foreclosure, eviction, title disputes, HOA/COA disputes, and other matters
- Communicate regularly with clients regarding updates and case resolution
- Analyze loan files, title reports, and client documents
- Draft motions and prepare written discovery and responses
- Review title examinations within 24–48 hours, identify title issues, and recommend cures
- Execute cures for simple and complex title issues
- Review pleadings, loan documents, and foreclosure documents to provide legal opinions and rectify file-level issues
- Review judicial and nonjudicial foreclosure documents for accuracy and compliance
- Communicate with insurers and other outside parties
- Create, review, and edit reports, opinions, correspondence, and foreclosure/title-clearance documents
- Monitor and advance an independent caseload
- Apply independent judgment to file-level legal and compliance issues
- Maintain relationships with insurers, vendors, and team members
- Update internal and external case management systems and client systems accurately and timely
- Perform other duties as needed
Requirements
What you’ll need- Licensed and in good standing in the State of Texas
- Minimum two (2) years as a practicing attorney
- J.D. degree
- Minimum 2 years of related real estate and title review/curative experience
- Knowledge of Federal, State, and Local laws
- Knowledge of Texas Title Standards preferred
- Knowledge of Texas Mortgage Foreclosure Law preferred
- Experience in Texas default servicing and foreclosure litigation a plus
- Strong writing skills
- Strong written, oral communication, and interpersonal skills
- High-level proficiency in MS Office suite
- Proficiency in internet research activities
- Familiarity with case and document management software
- Proficiency in client systems strongly preferred (BKFS, Tempo, etc.)
- Ability to navigate jurisdictional requirements and title standards
- Ability to manage a portfolio of files and an independent caseload
- Ability to work independently or in a group/team setting
- Ability to manage time and priorities, multitask, and adapt to change
- Exceptional organizational skills and high levels of accuracy and thoroughness
- Ability to maintain professionalism and courtesy in adversarial situations
- Must be legally authorized to work in the United States now and in the future
- No employment sponsorship or immigration support available, including CPT, OPT, STEM OPT, TN, E-3, H-1B, and O-1 sponsorship
Benefits
Comp & perks- Comprehensive compensation package
- Salary commensurate with experience and accomplishments