Associate Attorney

McCalla Raymer Leibert Pierce LLP•Roswell, GA

5d•Hybrid

About The Position

Job Summary: The Associate Attorney will report directly to the Managing Partner of Foreclosure South. The right candidate must be licensed and in good standing in the State of Georgia and should have a minimum of two (2) years as a practicing attorney. New graduates or recently licensed candidates will not be considered. Candidates licensed in either AL, TX, or MS (in addition to GA, which is required) will be strongly preferred. The Associate Attorney will focus on title review and title curative responsibilities, as well as nonjudicial foreclosure tasks. As such, experience in real estate law and title review/clearance is required. The position requires substantial coordination with staff, clients, and other attorneys. This position is designated as hybrid or remote based on experience level and geographical location. If position is remote some in-person/in-office training may be required initially and periodically.

Requirements

Knowledge of Federal, State, and Local laws
Juris Doctor from an accredited law school
Active Georgia Law License
Requires membership and good standing with the Georgia State Bar
Minimum 2 years of related real estate and title review/curative.
Manage a portfolio of files for clients.
Ability to navigate through jurisdictional requirements, as well as title standards.
Ability to courteously and professionally communicate with clients, vendors, team members, clerks or Judges in various counties as well as borrowers and defense attorneys.
Must provide excellent customer service (internally and externally).
Communicate with internally and externally in a professional and personable manner
Work effectively and congenially with a team of employees supporting the department.
Work effectively and congenially with attorneys and other departments; promote interdepartmental cooperation.
Ability to exercise professionalism and courtesy when faced with adversarial conversations and situations.
Must be a self-starter and possess good time-management abilities.
Balance team and individual responsibilities; Contribute to building a positive team spirit.
Demonstrate high levels of accuracy and thoroughness.
Must possess exceptional organizational skills.
Must have the ability to multi-task and be adaptable to change.
High-level proficiency in MS Office suite.
Proficiency in internet research activities.
Familiarity with case and document management software.
Good understanding of policies and procedures of law.
Ability to delegate, follow-up, and monitor tasks to completion.
Ability to operate computer, scanner, photocopier, and telephone.
Strong written and oral communication and interpersonal skills.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of Georgia Title Standards Preferred
Candidates licensed in either AL, TX, or MS (in addition to GA, which is required) will be strongly preferred.
Proficiency in client systems is strongly preferred (BKFS, Tempo, etc.)

Responsibilities

Accurately and thoroughly review title examinations within 24-48 hours of receipt, identify title issues, and make full recommendations on how to cure title issues to the client.
Execute recommendations by curing simple and complex title issues in a timely manner.
Review pleadings, loan documents, and foreclosure documents to evaluate, provide legal opinions, and rectify file level issues.
Review documents related to the non-judicial foreclosure process for accuracy and compliance.
Communicate effectively with insurers and other outside parties on a regular basis.
Create, review, and edit reports, opinions, correspondence, and other documents.
Create, review, and edit all documents related to the foreclosure and title clearance process.
Effectively monitor and move forward an independent caseload.
Interpret, evaluate and apply independent judgment and decision-making regarding file level legal and compliance issues.
Develop and maintain strong working relationships with insurers, vendors, and other team members to create a partnership that yields success, predictable results and credibility.
Update internal and external case management systems timely and accurately.
Communicate clearly and timely in client systems
Will perform other duties and responsibilities as needed.