Associate Attorney needed for Portland office

A law firm in Portland is seeking an Associate Attorney to handle foreclosure matters. The candidate will be responsible for a range of duties pertaining to foreclosure cases. The Associate Attorney will primarily focus on handling foreclosure matters for the firm. This includes preparing, reviewing, and approving foreclosure-related pleadings, participating in various legal proceedings, and maintaining regular communication with clients.

Duties:

• Prepare, review, and approve foreclosure-related pleadings, ensuring accuracy and compliance with legal requirements.
• Handle all aspects of foreclosure matters, including contested foreclosures, and represent clients effectively.
• Participate in mediations, depositions, telephonic hearings, and in-person hearings related to foreclosure cases.
• Maintain regular client meetings and provide updates on case progress and developments.
• Review chains of title and other relevant documents to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Undertake other duties and special projects as assigned by supervising attorneys.

Requirements:

• Juris Doctorate degree from an accredited law school.
• Member in good standing of the Maine Bar Association.
• Ability to manage and prioritize a large caseload effectively.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills to effectively interact with clients and colleagues.
• Proficient in using client systems, email, and phone for communication.
• Excellent problem-solving and organizational skills to handle complex legal issues.

Skills:

• In-depth understanding of foreclosure laws and procedures.
• Analytical skills to assess legal issues and devise effective strategies.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment.
• Attention to detail to ensure accuracy in legal documents and proceedings.
• Time management skills to meet deadlines and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.

This law firm offers full legal services with special experience in finance. Their areas of practice include bankruptcy, litigation, immigration, closings, REO, and evictions. The firm is located in North Carolina.