Associate Attorney

McCalla Raymer Leibert Pierce

$80K — $95K *
Legal & Accounting
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 2-3 years as an Attorney in Bankruptcy, with 1 year in Florida courts
  • Active member of the Bar in good standing
  • Strong communication and writing skills
  • Ability to manage high case volume and multi-task effectively
  • Knowledge of relevant laws and regulations
  • Analytical skills for case law and recommendations
  • Must be able to attend hearings throughout Florida

Responsibilities

  • Represent lenders in bankruptcy matters to protect secured-creditor rights
  • Develop and execute legal strategies across bankruptcy case lifecycles
  • Draft and file motions for relief, proof of claims, and objections
  • Advise clients on compliance and financial risk minimization
  • Review and oversee loan modification and loss-mitigation processes

Benefits

  • Comprehensive compensation package
  • Opportunities for professional growth in a growing firm
  • Supportive work environment with a focus on team collaboration
  • Engagement with diverse and complex bankruptcy cases
Full Job Description
Job Summary:

Represent institutional mortgage lenders and servicers in bankruptcy matters with a focus on protecting and enforcing secured-creditor rights in Chapters 7, 13, and 11. Provide end-to-end legal strategy across the lifecycle of a bankruptcy case, including proof of claim, motions for relief from stay, plan review and objection, loan modification and loss-mitigation oversight, and post-petition compliance. Advise clients on complex bankruptcy, servicing, and investor-guideline issues to ensure regulatory compliance, minimize financial risk, and maximize recoveries while maintaining borrower-facing and court-facing credibility.

JOB REQUIREMENTS
  • 2- 3 years of experience working as an Attorney in the Bankruptcy arena, at least 1 year representing creditors in Florida Bankruptcy Courts
  • In good standing and an active member of the Bar
  • Strong communication and writing skills
  • Proven abilities to manage multiple responsibilities at once and know when to reprioritize and effectively manage a high case volume in a fast-paced and ever-changing environment
  • Knowledge of federal, state, and local laws and rules
  • Ability to analyze case law and provide recommendations
  • Must be able to attend hearings and mediations throughout the State of Florida

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & EDUCATION
  • Juris Doctor from an accredited law school
  • Must possess strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Motivated self starter, with the ability to multi-task, as well as to manage and prioritize multiple projects
  • Proficient with superior attention to detail
  • Possess the ability to work under various pressures and meet strict deadlines
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office products and generally at ease with utilizing technology
  • Overall great attitude and willingness to adapt to change
  • Must possess superior organizational skills
  • Can identify and resolve problems in a timely manner
  • Gathers and analyzes information skillfully
  • Can work a case file from start to finish
  • Balances team and individual responsibilities while contributing to building a positive team spirit
  • Examine ways to improve and promote quality
  • Possess an analytical thought process and uses critical thinking skills

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job: Normal office working conditions, with quiet to moderate noise level within the work environment.

We offer a comprehensive compensation package, which includes a salary commensurate with experience and accomplishments.

If you possess the requisite qualifications and are seeking the challenge of working in a growing firm, please submit your resume in confidence.

Because of the high volume of calls received, only qualified candidates will be contacted for consideration.

NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

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