Associate Attorney
About The Position
McCarthy & Holthus, LLP is seeking an attorney to support the firm’s commercial default and creditor rights practice as part of the Legal Resolution team. This role will focus on pre-foreclosure demand strategy, commercial foreclosure review, statute of limitations and deficiency analysis, and complex default-related legal issues. The attorney will also collaborate across a second practice group, Replevin, providing strategic legal support and assisting with operational and litigation matters as needed. The attorney will primarily serve as outside counsel to our affiliate trustee company and work closely with the trustee's General Counsel and in-house legal department, as well as commercial foreclosure unit. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, analytical, and comfortable handling nuanced legal review, risk assessment, and strategic decision-making in a fast-paced environment. The attorney must be comfortable rolling files with the firm's general counsel, executives, and also clients. The position demands a strong commitment to ethical practice, attention to detail, and the ability to work efficiently under deadlines. This is a hybrid position.
Requirements
- Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
- Admission to the bar in the relevant state(s) within the United States.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
- Writing skills daily to prepare pleadings and client correspondence.
- Effective communication skills are essential for interacting with clients, colleagues, and opposing counsel, ensuring clarity and professionalism.
- Time management and organizational skills enable the attorney to handle multiple cases simultaneously while meeting strict deadlines.
- Analytical skills are applied to interpret laws, precedents, and evidence to build compelling cases and procedures.
- Familiarity with legal technology enhances efficiency in managing case files, conducting research, and streamlining workflow.
Nice To Haves
- 3-5 years of prior experience working in a law firm or legal department.
- Familiarity with real property and commercial foreclosure.
- Experience with case management software and document management systems.
Responsibilities
- Review commercial loan referrals and advise on risk and strategy.
- Draft and review legal documents including demands letters.
- Manage case files and maintain accurate records to ensure compliance with legal standards and firm policies.
- Conduct file rolls with clients.
- Assist with the drafting and review of replevin pleadings, and assist with hearing coverage when needed (generally, virtual court calls).
Benefits
- Performance-based bonuses
- Competitive compensation
- Range of incentives that reward your success
- Generous benefits
- Enhanced employer contributions
- Paid time off
- Wellness program
- Remote work
- Flexible schedules
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Life
- AD&D
- EAP
- STD
- LTD
- Parental leave for both primary and non-primary caregivers
- Voluntary income protection benefits such as supplemental life, accident, critical illness, and short and long-term care insurances
- 401(k)-retirement plan with a company match
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
