[Hiring] Associate Attorney @McCalla Raymer Leibert Pierce LLP

Role Description

This is a position for a person with critical thinking skills who wants to work with a team of hard-working individuals to create a culture of respect, consideration for co-workers, and the creation of excellent work product. Candidates can expect to be well trained and given clear direction, with the expectation those tasks will be executed with care and attention to detail.

Tasks will cover any and all aspects of the legal process relevant to secured lending, including but not limited to:

• Civil litigation
• Title litigation
• Potential bankruptcy matters
• Drafting discovery and legal pleadings (including dispositive motions)
• Timely correspondence with clients while providing an excellent client experience
• Regular communication with court officers and opposing counsel
• Depositions and court appearances with a high level of preparation and competency

Culture is of vast importance to this firm and this office. In this position, you will need to possess the willingness to work in a team as well as the ability to be self-driven and work independently whenever needed. The individual in this firm must take ownership of their assignment and work product. Respect, teamwork, and communication are essential in making our practice successful and our work lives as enjoyable as possible.

We are looking for great candidates; if this sounds like you, please join us!

Qualifications

• Knowledge of federal, state, and local laws
• Ability to analyze case law and provide recommendations
• Completion of a Juris Doctor from an accredited law school
• Active membership in the OR State Bar, in good standing
• Preference for membership in the WA State Bar
• 2+ years of related experience in the mortgage area is preferred

Requirements

• Strong character and positive attitude
• Initial intake and analysis on files and generate strategy and budget within a 24-hour time frame
• Strong writing skills to draft civil litigation documents
• Review chain of title, pleadings, foreclosure documents, and respond to lender and agent requests
• Ability to think on your feet and quickly shift tasks depending on daily needs
• Make court appearances across Oregon (and Washington, if possible) and provide same-day client updates
• Field questions from staff and assist in an affable manner
• Write, review, and edit reports, opinions, correspondence, articles for compliance purposes
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as needed

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Ability to work remotely as efficiently and competently as working in office
• Motivated self-starter, ability to multi-task, detail-oriented, flexible, and personable
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency with computer applications, technology, telephone, and Microsoft Office products
• Ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects
• People skills to communicate respectfully and effectively with borrowers, clients, attorneys, colleagues, and various outside parties
• Ability to work with others in a congenial and team-oriented manner
• Identify and resolve problems in a timely manner; gather and analyze information efficiently
• Know when to escalate an issue to management
• Balance team and individual responsibilities; contribute to building a positive team spirit
• Demonstrate attention to detail; look for ways to improve and promote quality
• Flexibility and adaptability for fast and high growth potential
• Exceptional organizational skills; ability to multi-task and be adaptable to continual change
• Proficiency in internet research, including WestLaw and/or LexisNexis

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:

• Frequently required to sit, talk, or hear
• Occasionally required to stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle, or feel
• Reach with hands and arms, and stoop, kneel, or crouch
• Must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds
• Specific vision abilities required 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
• 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.

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.