Associate Attorney, Litigation

Description 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 Illinois and in good standing with the Illinois Bar
• Minimum 2 years relevant Litigation experience
• Minimum 2 years motion practice experience
• Minimum 2 years courtroom experience
• Knowledge of Illinois Mortgage Foreclosure Law
• Knowledge of Illinois 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 and fingers to 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. 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. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be authorized to work in the United States. Please note: No employment sponsorship or support will be given for this position. McCalla Raymer Leibert Pierce, LLP will not consider any employment immigration sponsorship or support. This means that McCalla Raymer Leibert Pierce, LLP will not support any CPT, OPT, or STEM OPT plans, nor sponsor in any NIV category (including TN, E-3, H-1B, O-1), or submit the position in the H-1B Registration; or Visa sponsorship nor immigration support is not available. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States now and in the future. The company does not provide visa sponsorship or any immigration support (including STEM OPT training plan) for this position. 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. Apply To This Job