About the Role:

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.

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).

Skills:

• The Associate Attorney will utilize 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.

Minimum Qualifications:

• 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.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 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.

Work Schedule:

The work week is typically Monday through Friday, with business hours from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Employees may be required to be onsite 2 days per week following a 90-day training period and upon management approval. The initial training period may require full-time in office hours depending on prior experience.

Salary Range:

The salary for this position typically ranges from 115,000.00-150,000.00, depending on qualifications, experience, and other factors. Please note that the final offer may differ based on the candidate's specific qualifications, skills, and experience, as well as internal equity and business needs.

Benefits:

McCarthy & Holthus and affiliated companies promote work/life balance with a robust wellness program, PTO, remote work, and flexible schedules (when available). Full-time employees become eligible for benefits following a 30-day waiting period, with benefit offerings that include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, EAP, STD, and LTD. Additionally the firm provides parental leave for both primary and non-primary caregivers as well. Also available are voluntary income protection benefits such as supplemental life, accident, critical illness, and short and long-term care insurances, as well as a 401(k)-retirement plan with a company match. Part-time employees may have access to some of these benefits, which may be on a pro-rated basis.

Security Requirement:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to ensure the security and confidentiality of all sensitive information, including but not limited to threats or hazards to the security or integrity of sensitive information that could result in any harm or inconvenience to any customer, employee or company.

Work Environment:

A corporate office environment with a professional setting, characterized by a quiet to moderate noise level. Employees may work in individual or shared workspaces, with standard office equipment such as computers, printers, and telephones. Occasional meetings, collaborative discussions, and business activities may contribute to variations in noise levels.

Next Steps:

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Notices:

The above information on this job description is designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by incumbents. Other duties and responsibilities not specifically described may be assigned from time to time, consistent with the knowledge, skills, and abilities of the incumbent.