Overview
Litigation Attorney Jobs in Irving, Texas, USA at McCalla Raymer Leibert Pierce, LLP
JOB SUMMARY:
Represent mortgage lenders and investor clients in commercial and residential foreclosure, title disputes and real estate litigation. This position includes but is not limited to making appearances in state and federal court for routine and contested hearings, reviewing incoming litigation and developing case strategy, drafting documents, and conducting settlement negotiations.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
Manage case load of contested matters on behalf of residential and commercial mortgage lenders and investors.
Appear in court and argue motions necessary to the successful completion of both routine and contested foreclosure, eviction, title disputes, HOA/COA disputes and other matters.
Communicate with clients regularly for updates and case resolution.
Analyze loan files, title reports and other client documents. Draft motions and prepare written discovery and responses.
EDUCATION & WORK EXPERIENCE:
J.D. degree, licensed in Texas and in good standing with the Texas Bar
Minimum 2 years relevant Litigation experience
Minimum 2 years motion practice experience
Minimum 2 years courtroom experience
Knowledge of Texas Mortgage Foreclosure Law
Knowledge of Texas Code of Civil Procedure and Supreme Court Rules
Previous experience with foreclosure litigation involving residential and commercial property
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES:
Effectively manage time and priorities
Strong writing skills
Ability to effectively communicate written and oral
Ability to work independently or in a group/team setting
Ability to maintain high level of professionalism
Ability to interact and communicate well with clients, staff, peers and management of all levels
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, talk, or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms, and stoop, kneel, or crouch.
The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and ability to adjust focus.
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.
If you possess the requisite qualifications and are seeking the challenge of working in a growing firm, please submit your resume in confidence.
All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be authorized to work in the United States.
Because of the high volume of calls received, only qualified candidates will be contacted for consideration.
If you are interested in this position, please email your resume to
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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Title: Litigation Attorney
Company: McCalla Raymer Leibert Pierce, LLP
Location: Irving, Texas, USA
Category: Law/Legal (Lawyer, Legal Counsel)
