Senior Associate Attorney

Title: Senior Associate AttorneyLocation: New York, NY/Iselin, NJJob Type: Hybrid - Full-timeRepresent mortgage servicer and investor clients in residential and commercial foreclosure, title and general real estate litigation, including consumer claims directly against the firm’s clients. 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, conducting discovery, trials and evidentiary hearings, state and federal appeals, and settlement negotiations. Position is primarily in-office although hybrid or fully remote opportunities may be available for an exceptionally qualified candidate.DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:Manage and handle case load of contested foreclosures, defensive litigation and ancillary matters on behalf of mortgage servicers and investors.Analyze loan files, title reports, and other client documents.Draft motions, pleadings, settlement agreements, discovery demands and responses.Appear in court for settlement, case management conferences, motion arguments, trials, hearings and appeals.Communicate with clients to ensure quality representation and implementation of all client directives, including electronic communication through various online portals used by clients.Collaborate with support staff for preparation and execution of documents to be signed by the client, filed with the court and/or for internal or client reporting purposes.Research and analyze difficult client cases and collaborate with partners as to client advice and potential resolution.Create matter budgets and seek fee approval from clients as per their requirements; track billable and non-billable time.SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:This job may require supervisory responsibilitiesEDUCATION & WORK EXPERIENCE:J.D. degree, bar license in good standing in New York/New Jersey requiredBar license in Pennsylvania and/or Connecticut not required but a plusMinimum 10 years relevant litigation experience preferred but less experience will be considered for an otherwise qualified candidateSubstantial knowledge and experience with New York Mortgage Foreclosure Law and practice is required.KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES:Effectively manage time and prioritiesKeep confidencesStrong writing skillsAbility to effectively communicate written and oralAbility to work independently or in a group/team settingAbility to maintain high level of professionalism amidst any challengesAbility to interact and communicate well with clients, staff, peers and management of all levelsAbility to maintain positive attitude