Litigation Associate Attorney

A law firm is seeking a Litigation Associate Attorney for their Nashville, TN office.

Job Overview:

The Litigation Associate Attorney will be responsible for handling a diverse caseload focusing on foreclosure law, bankruptcy, and property litigation matters. They will represent clients from referral to resolution, ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations.

Duties:

• Manage litigation caseload encompassing probate, title curative, wrongful foreclosure, eviction matters, tax issues, etc.
• Handle cases from referral through disposition, settlement, or verdict, attending court hearings and performing discovery.
• Respond to disputes, adhere to investor guidelines, and comply with state and federal requirements.
• Prepare and review accurate legal documents including court filings, correspondence, and figures for demand letters.
• Resolve title issues and undertake necessary curative actions for clear title.
• Provide legal advice, conduct legal research, and stay updated with applicable statutes and case law.

Requirements:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.
• Licensed to practice law and in good standing, residing in Alabama with licensure in additional states preferred.
• 3+ years of experience practicing law with a focus on finance, real estate, or representation of financial institutions.
• Familiarity with rules of evidence, state laws, civil procedure, and federal court practice.
• Experience in real estate, mortgage, or commercial litigation strongly preferred.
• Knowledge of FDCPA, RESPA, TILA, and applicable state and federal debt collection and real property law.
• Exceptional oral and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in legal research, writing, and document drafting.

Education and Certifications:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.
• Active membership in good standing with the State Bar of the states.

Skills:

• Proficiency in legal research, writing, and document drafting.
• Exceptional communication skills (oral and written).
• Knowledge of foreclosure, bankruptcy, or evictions a plus; willingness to learn if no prior experience.