Associate Attorney

Brock & Scott, PLLC; West Virginia; On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance (voluntary)

Critical illness insurance

401(k) plan

Paid holidays

PTO 18 days

Job summary

Brock & Scott, PLLC in West Virginia seeks an attorney to manage foreclosure matters from referral through resolution, including contested proceedings. You will prepare pleadings, motions, affidavits, orders, and other legal documents, and represent clients in court hearings, mediations, and depositions.

You will analyze case files, title information, and loan documents to identify issues and determine next steps, provide legal guidance on foreclosure processes and compliance with state and

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school.
• Active membership in good standing with the West Virginia State Bar.
• Foreclosure, real estate, civil litigation, bankruptcy, or mortgage-servicing experience preferred.
• Strong research, writing, analytical, and advocacy skills.
• Ability to independently manage and prioritize a high-volume caseload.
• Strong written and verbal communication with clients, courts, opposing counsel, and internal teams.
• Excellent organizational, problem-solving, and time-management skills.
• Commitment to providing high-quality legal work and client service.

Responsibilities

• Manage foreclosure matters from referral through resolution, including contested proceedings.
• Prepare, review, and approve pleadings, motions, affidavits, orders, notices, and other legal documents.
• Represent clients in court hearings, mediations, depositions, conferences, and other legal proceedings.
• Analyze case files, title information, loan documents, and supporting records to identify issues and determine next steps.
• Provide legal guidance regarding foreclosure processes, compliance with state and federal law.
• Maintain responsibility for a high-volume caseload with deadlines and client expectations.
• Communicate regularly with clients regarding case status, strategy, and recommended action.
• Work with Firm staff and operational teams to resolve file-level issues and promote timely progression.
• Identify and elevate potential legal, procedural, or compliance concerns.
• Maintain accurate updates in firm and client case-management systems.
• Participate in client meetings, training, and firm initiatives.
• Perform other duties and legal assignments as required.

Skills

Legal research

Legal writing

Analytical thinking

Advocacy

Client communication

Time management

Attention to detail

Independent work

Microsoft Office

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Tools

Case management software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Duties & Responsibilities

• Manage foreclosure matters from referral through resolution, including contested and uncontested proceedings.
• Prepare, review, and approve pleadings, motions, affidavits, orders, notices, and other legal documents.
• Represent clients in court hearings, mediations, depositions, conferences, and other legal proceedings as required.
• Analyze case files, title information, loan documents, and supporting records to identify legal issues and determine appropriate next steps.
• Provide legal guidance regarding foreclosure processes, procedural requirements, compliance concerns, and applicable state and federal law.
• Maintain responsibility for a high-volume caseload while ensuring deadlines, court requirements, and client expectations are met.
• Communicate regularly with clients regarding case status, strategy, legal developments, and recommended action.
• Work closely with Firm staff and operational teams to resolve file-level issues and promote timely case progression.
• Identify potential legal, procedural, or compliance concerns and elevate matters appropriately.
• Maintain accurate and timely updates within Firm and client case-management systems.
• Participate in client meetings, training sessions, and Firm initiatives as needed.
• Perform other duties, special projects, and legal assignments as required.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school.
• Active membership in good standing with the West Virginia State Bar required.
• Foreclosure, creditors’ rights, real estate, civil litigation, bankruptcy, or mortgage-servicing experience preferred.
• Strong legal research, writing, analytical, and advocacy skills.
• Ability to independently manage and prioritize a high-volume caseload.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to communicate effectively with clients, courts, opposing counsel, and internal teams.
• Excellent organizational, problem-solving, and time-management skills.
• Demonstrated attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Commitment to providing exceptional client service and producing high-quality legal work.
• Ability to identify and resolve issues efficiently while exercising sound legal judgment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and the ability to learn Firm and client case-management systems.

What We’re Looking For

• We are looking for an attorney who takes ownership of their work, communicates effectively, and approaches each matter with professionalism, sound judgment, and attention to detail. The successful candidate will be comfortable working independently while contributing to a collaborative team focused on delivering timely, accurate, and effective legal solutions for our clients.

Benefits Detail:

Brock & Scott, PLLC offers an attractive benefit package to full-time employees on the 1st of the following month of hire.

• The insurance portion includes medical, dental, voluntary life, voluntary vision, and critical illness, all at competitive rates.
• At the 90-day introductory period, the Firm also provides a basic life insurance policy in the amount of one time your annual salary (with a minimum of $25,000 and a maximum of $200,000.00) at no cost.
• Full-time attorneys receive paid holidays, including six (6) firm-recognized holidays and one (1) Day of Observance, as well as a premium PTO package of 18 days per year.
• PTO accrues monthly and is credited on the 15th of each month, in accordance with firm policy.
• PTO benefits increase after 2 years of employment and again after 5 years of employment.
• After six months of service, employees over the age of 21 become eligible to participate in the firm's 401(k) plan at the beginning of the next quarter.

Pre-Employment Requirements:

Employment with Brock & Scott, PLLC is contingent upon the successful completion of all required pre-employment screenings and verifications, which may include, but are not limited to, a criminal background check, conflict of interest check, employment and education verification (as applicable), and a pre-employment drug screening. Drug testing is conducted only after a conditional offer of employment has been extended and in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

Geographic Eligibility Requirement:

To be considered for this position, applicants must currently reside within Brock & Scott, PLLC’s geographic footprint. Eligible states include: AL, CT, FL, GA, IN, KY, ME, MD, MA, MI, NH, NJ, NC, OH, PA, RI, SC, TN, TX, VT, VA, and WV.