Foreclosure Attorney

Responsibilities/Duties/Functions/Tasks

• Acts with the highest ethical standards both as a legal professional and as a member of the Firm.
• Directly and indirectly contributes to the financial success of the Firm.
• Delivers excellent customer service to internal and external clients.
• Possesses strong organizational, writing, and analytical skills.
• Represents clients at legal, administrative, and other proceedings as assigned.
• Researches and interprets laws, rulings, and regulations and formulates legal opinions for review.
• Identifies causes of action and prepares lawsuits based upon an investigation of facts and applicable laws and procedures.
• Reviews, drafts, and/or dictates legal briefs, correspondence, pleadings, and other legal documents.
• Acts in compliance with the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, and other applicable consumer protection statutes and regulations.
• With limited assistance, develops strategy, arguments, and testimony in preparation for presentation of case.
• Maintains routine to complex case files to formulate next course of action and ensure deadlines are maintained.
• Interprets laws, rulings, and regulations and provides authoritative legal advice for individuals and businesses.
• Negotiates with individuals to achieve final resolution of case, arrange legal settlements, and resolves routine and some complex issues.
• Develops and maintains relationships with clients.
• Provides appropriate mentoring and serves as a resource for less experienced Junior Associates and Associates.
• Represents and promotes the firm within the community and at public, social, and business gatherings.
• Sets and reviews the work of department staff, as required.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor Degree (J.D.)
• Licensed to Practice in two (2) states within IN, IL, KY, MI, OH and/or PA
• 4+ years of relevant experience or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret the most complex documents.
• Ability to respond effectively, and discretely, to the most sensitive inquiries or complaints.
• Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages.
• Ability to apply principles of logical or scientific thinking to a wide range of intellectual and practical problems.
• Ability to deal with a variety of abstract and concrete variables.
• Knowledge of relevant laws, legal codes, legal/court procedures, precedents, and government regulations, including the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (F.D.C.P.A.) and other applicable consumer protection statutes and regulations, and processes and documents specific to assigned specialty area; electronic legal research tools such as LexisNexis; ability to interpret and apply legal principles and procedures and develop effective working relationships with clients, co-workers, and court systems.
• Must practice according to the rules of professional conduct and ethical standards as required by the attorney’s licensing states.

Compensation And Benefits

• The expected compensation is $87,296 - $130,000 based upon experience + yearly discretionary bonus potential.
• Paid Time Off (PTO) - 21 days annually + 9 Company paid holidays.
• Competitive benefits - Medical, Rx, Dental, Vision, 401(k), Parental Leave, Life and Disability Insurance and more.
• You can review our benefits at www.weltman.com/careers for more information.
• Promotional opportunities from within the firm.
• Fun participation in community involvement initiatives, office parties, and competitions.
• Employee Perks available from Verizon, Car Dealerships, Local Movie Theaters, Theme Parks, etc.

Physical And Mental Demands

• Constant use of hands and fingers for typing and operating a computer and other office equipment.
• Low to moderate noise levels and moderate interruptions.
• Well-lit and climate controlled workspace.

Work Environment

• This position operates in a professional office environment.

EEO Statement

• We are an equal opportunity employer.