Litigation Attorney

McMichael Taylor Gray, LLC•Columbia, SC

About The Position

McMichael Taylor Gray, LLC is seeking a Litigation Attorney for its South Carolina division. The attorney will manage litigation matters from referral through disposition, settlement, or verdict; attend court hearings; conduct discovery; respond to disputes; and provide legal advice and research for the firm’s clients. The caseload may include probate, title curative matters, wrongful foreclosure, title disputes, evictions, and tax issues. The attorney will prepare and review legal documents and correspondence for accuracy, resolve title issues and complete necessary curative actions, adhere to investor guidelines, and comply with applicable state and federal requirements and regulations. The role requires an active law license in good standing in the state(s) where the attorney practices for the firm, and the attorney must reside in South Carolina. Licensure in additional states is preferred. Ability to travel as needed is required. McMichael Taylor Gray, LLC is a full-service default and creditors’ rights law firm providing legal services to financial institutions throughout most of the Eastern United States. Candidates must pass a background check, provide two professional references, and complete required pre-employment screens and eligibility-to-work confirmation. Depending on the position, criminal, credit history, and reference checks may also apply. Employment is conditional on successful completion of these requirements. The firm is an Equal Opportunity Employer, a drug-free workplace, and complies with ADA regulations as applicable. Salary is commensurate with experience.

Requirements

Be licensed to practice law and in good standing, and reside in South Carolina.
Possess and maintain knowledge of state laws and civil procedure.
Hold a Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.
Maintain active membership in good standing with the State Bar of the states where practicing on behalf of the firm.
Have a minimum of 3 years of experience practicing law focused on finance, real estate, or representing financial institutions in real estate-related matters.
Have exceptional oral and written communication skills.
Be able to travel as needed.
Be detail-oriented and able to manage multiple tasks and priorities effectively.
Demonstrate proficiency in legal research, writing, and document drafting.
Be able to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
Commit to upholding ethical standards and maintaining client confidentiality.
Pass the required background check and pre-employment screens, provide two professional references, and confirm eligibility to work in the United States.

Nice To Haves

Licensure in additional states.
Knowledge of federal court practice.
Courtroom experience.
Experience in real estate, mortgage, and/or commercial litigation.
Knowledge of FDCPA, RESPA, TILA, and applicable state and federal debt collection and real property law.
Experience in foreclosure, bankruptcy, or evictions; candidates without this experience must be willing to learn.

Responsibilities

Manage a litigation caseload that may include probate, title curative matters, wrongful foreclosure, title disputes, eviction matters, and tax issues.
Handle cases from referral through disposition, settlement, or verdict.
Attend court hearings and perform discovery.
Respond to disputes, adhere to investor guidelines, and comply with state and federal requirements and applicable regulations.
Prepare and review court filings, correspondence, and figures for demand letters, reinstatement, and payoff quotes for accuracy.
Resolve title issues and complete necessary curative actions to allow for clear title.
Provide legal advice to the firm’s clients and research applicable statutes and case law.