Associate Attorney – Foreclosure & Property Litigation (NM)

The Mortgage Law Firm; Dallas (TX); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

The Mortgage Law Firm in Dallas is seeking an experienced associate attorney to manage foreclosure-related litigation, loss-mitigation, and title matters. You will supervise paralegals, prepare pleadings and motions, and coordinate with clients while ensuring ethical, timely service.

Candidates should have a JD, NM bar license (dual licensure preferred in TX and NM), at least 5 years of foreclosure experience, and strong research, writing, and client-communication skills.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctorate and admission to the New Mexico Bar in good standing.
• 5 years of experience as an associate attorney with foreclosures, real property, and title work.
• Dual licensure in New Mexico and Texas (or other states) preferred.
• Strong ethics, adaptability, and analytical skills with attention to detail.
• Excellent oral and written communication, courtroom and client interaction abilities.

Responsibilities

• Manage multiple foreclosure-related files through litigation, loss-mitigation, and related matters.
• Research and analyze regulatory and case law; adjust strategy as needed.
• Prepare pleadings, motions, letters, and briefs with high quality standards.
• Review and edit work product of staff; provide guidance and approvals.
• Maintain ethical standards, timely communications, and client service.
• Attend hearings, mediations, trials, and court appearances as required.
• Learn and use CMS and client platforms to keep files current.
• Collaborate with colleagues; function as a team player and self-starter.
• Perform initial intake and strategic analysis of new cases; record billable activity.
• Pursue continuing education (CLEs) to stay current in the field.
• Assist Managing Attorney with additional tasks as assigned.

Skills

Ethics

Adaptability

Analytical

Attendance/Punctuality

Customer Service

Delegation

Dependability

Interpersonal Skills

Judgment

Leadership

Motivation

Oral Communication

Education

Juris Doctorate

New Mexico Bar license

Tools

Westlaw

Time-billing software

Job description

The Mortgage Law Firm in Dallas is seeking an experienced associate attorney to manage foreclosure-related litigation, loss-mitigation, and title matters. You will supervise paralegals, prepare pleadings and motions, and coordinate with clients while ensuring ethical, timely service.

Candidates should have a JD, NM bar license (dual licensure preferred in TX and NM), at least 5 years of foreclosure experience, and strong research, writing, and client-communication skills.