Litigation Associate Attorney

A law firm in Nashville is seeking a skilled Litigation Associate Attorney with a focus on mortgage and real estate-related matters. The successful candidate will handle a diverse caseload on behalf of lenders, mortgage servicers, and investors, with responsibilities ranging from case referral to disposition, settlement, or verdict. The Litigation Associate will also provide legal advice, conduct legal research, and work collaboratively within the litigation department and other practice areas.

Job Details:

• Handle a caseload comprising mortgage and real estate-related litigation matters.
• Manage cases involving probate, title curative, wrongful foreclosure suits, title disputes, eviction matters, tax issues, etc.
• Take responsibility for a case from referral through disposition, settlement, or verdict.
• Review and respond to debt disputes, ensure legal compliance, and provide clear title through necessary curative methods.
• Provide legal advice for the firm's mortgage servicing clients and investors.
• Exercise professionalism and courtesy in adversarial situations, demonstrating excellent customer service.
• Collaborate effectively with a team of attorneys and staff within the litigation department and other practice areas.

Requirements:

• 3+ years of experience in finance, real estate, or representation of financial institutions in real estate-related matters with courtroom experience
• Preference for experience in real estate, mortgage, and/or commercial litigation
• Knowledge of FDCPA, RESPA, TILA, and applicable state and federal debt collection and real property law
• Experience in foreclosure, bankruptcy, or evictions is a plus; willingness to learn if no prior experience.
• Exceptional communication skills (oral and written)
• Licensed to practice law, in good standing, and residing in Tennessee; licensure in additional states preferred
• Must possess state court litigation experience; knowledge of federal court practice is a plus

Benefits offered:

Competitive benefits package including health, dental, vision, and 401k