Associate Attorney

ABOUT US

We represent secured creditors, banks, lenders, investors and foreclosure trustees, in both transactional, litigation and bankruptcy matters. We are a growing firm and are looking for someone who is career oriented and ready to grow with our firm.

WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING:

• Represent clients with respect to assigned matters including but not limited to referrals relating to replevin, routine collections litigation and demand letters
• Appear in court and argue motions as necessary to completion of both routine and contested foreclosure, unlawful detainer, title curative, collection, replevin and bankruptcy matters
• Draft, review and file legal pleadings, motions, discovery, Rule 11/settlement agreements, etc.
• Communicate regularly with clients regarding case status
• Manage case load of routine and contested matters on behalf of secured creditors
• Utilize case management system and client sites to properly update and document the status of each account

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• 0-5 years creditor rights experience
• Knowledge of California creditors rights law
• Previous experience with mortgage default/collections legal work, replevin, unlawful detainer, foreclosure mediations, and foreclosure litigation involving residential and commercial properties is preferred
• Admitted to Practice in California
• Admitted to Practice in other states is a plus
• Experience in drafting pleadings, making court appearances, and case law research
• Must be able to proficiently handle appearances, all aspects of creditor representation with minimal or no supervision
• Excellent leadership skills
• Excellent communication and organization abilities
• A portable book of business is a plus

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Work Location: In person