Associate Attorney
About the role
Aldridge Pite, LLP is a multi-state law firm that focuses heavily on the utilization of technology to create workflow synergies with its clients and business partners. It is a full-service provider of legal services to depository and non-depository financial institutions including banks, credit unions, mortgage servicing concerns, institutional investors, private firms, and other commercial clients. The firm is dedicated to providing best-in-class representation across all of its practice areas through its unwavering subscription to three fundamental tenets: Partnership, Integrity, and Innovation. The Associate Attorney will work in the firm's west coast foreclosure department and will primarily manage judicial and non-judicial foreclosure actions.
Responsibilities
- Manage cases from inception to completion
- Prepare analysis of case and advise client regarding strategies
- Draft court pleadings, defense of motions
- Handle discovery
- Attend court hearings, both telephonic and in person
- Other duties and special projects as needed
Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree
- Juris Doctor from an accredited law school
- Five to ten years of experience in the practice of law, preferably litigation, real estate or mortgage law
- Admission to practice law in the states of Oregon and/or Washington
Skills
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
- Proficiency in software tools including Word, Excel, Outlook and the Internet
- Ability to manage and prioritize caseload
- Analytical and detail‑oriented, capable of working at a fast pace and multi‑tasking
- Excellent problem‑solving and organizational skills
- Team player willing to help others in the department
- Strong work ethic and willingness to adapt to change
- Provides exceptional customer service to internal and external customers
- Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner
- Conscientious regarding work completion, deadlines, time management and attendance
- Takes initiative in the face of obstacles and identifies what needs to be done
- Demonstrates commitment to the firm's vision, mission and core values
Benefits
- Company‑paid life and disability insurance plans
- Medical, dental and vision plans with prescription coverage
- 401(k) retirement savings plan
- Flexible scheduling (within reason, depending on position)
- Generous PTO plan for all full‑time employees
- Full equipment station at no cost for remote employees, including dual monitors
- Employee Assistance Plan offering free 24/7 counseling and consulting services
- Wellness programs and employee discounts
- Learning and development training opportunities for personal and professional growth