Associate Attorney

Ghidotti | Berger LLP; Las Vegas (NV); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Equal Opportunity Employer

Job summary

Ghidotti Berger, LLP in Las Vegas is seeking an Associate Attorney on a hybrid basis who has experience with a Creditors Rights Law Firm and Nevada foreclosure law. The ideal candidate will handle litigated matters, take on cases, and thrive in a collaborative environment that prioritizes professional development.

Responsibilities include representing lenders in foreclosure-related litigation, appearing in court for motions, drafting pleadings, and maintaining client communications.

Qualifications

• 3–7 years of Creditors Rights experience.
• Strong Knowledge of Nevada Foreclosure laws.
• Experience with mortgage default/collections legal work and foreclosure litigation.

Responsibilities

• Represent clients in foreclosure-related litigation, replevins, surplus funds, bankruptcy, and title/transactional matters.
• Appear in court and argue motions through completion of routine and contested foreclosures, evictions, title disputes, collections, replevin, and bankruptcy matters.
• Draft, review, and file legal pleadings, motions, discovery, Rule 11/settlement agreements, and other documents in active litigation files.
• Maintain proactive, regular communication with clients on case status and strategy.
• Analyze loan files and title reports; research and analyze case law; provide sound advice and recommendations to clients.
• Manage caseload of contested matters on behalf of residential and commercial mortgage lenders and other secured creditors.
• Utilize the firm’s case management system and client portals to accurately update and document account status.

Skills

Litigation

Court appearances

Client communication

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

About US

Ghidotti|Berger LLP, is a certified WBENC organization, specializing in representing secured creditors, banks, lenders, investors, and foreclosure trustees in transactional, litigation, and bankruptcy matters. Our multi-state team of experienced attorneys practices in federal and state courts across Arizona, California, Florida, Texas, Oregon, Nevada, Washington, Utah and Illinois! With expertise in commercial litigation, real estate, and default services, we are committed to providing exceptional legal solutions to a diverse client base. Join an organization recognized for its dedication to excellence and its diverse and inclusive workplace culture.

About The Role

We are seeking an Associate Attorney, on a Hybrid basis, out of our Las Vegas office, who is has experience working with a Creditors Rights Law Firm, and Knowledge of Nevada foreclosure law. The ideal candidate will take on litigated cases, make an impact, and thrive in a collaborative environment where professional development is a priority!

Responsibilities

• Represent clients in assigned matters including foreclosure-related litigation, replevins, surplus funds, bankruptcy, and title/transactional matters.
• Appear in court and argue motions through completion of both routine and contested foreclosure, eviction, title disputes, collection, replevin, and bankruptcy matters.
• Draft, review, and file legal pleadings, motions, discovery, Rule 11/settlement agreements, and other documents in furtherance of active litigation files.
• Maintain proactive, regular communication with clients on case status and strategy.
• Analyze loan files and title reports; research and analyze case law; provide sound advice and recommendations to clients.
• Manage caseload of contested matters on behalf of residential and commercial mortgage lenders and other secured creditors.
• Utilize the firm’s case management system and client portals to accurately update and document account status.

Requirements

• JD from an Accredited Law School
• Admitted to practice law in the state of Nevada; (Admission in additional states a strong plus)
• 3–7 years of Creditors Rights experience.
• Strong Knowledge of Nevada Foreclosure laws.
• Experience with mortgage default/collections legal work and foreclosure litigation involving residential and commercial properties.
• Ability to independently manage appearances and all aspects of creditor representation with minimal supervision.
• Experience in drafting pleadings, making court appearances, and case law research
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational abilities

Ghidotti Berger, LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, ancestry, national origin, marital status, citizenship status (unless required by the applicable law or government contract), disability or protected veteran status or any other status or characteristic protected by law. Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

Salary Description

$110,00- $150,000