Associate Attorney Litigation

BCG Attorney Search; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search is seeking an Associate Attorney in New York City to represent mortgage servicer and investor clients in residential and commercial foreclosure and related real estate litigation.

The role involves court appearances, case strategy development, document drafting, discovery, trials, appeals, and settlement negotiations, with in-office, hybrid, or remote options based on qualifications.

Qualifications

• J.D. degree and bar license in good standing in New York.
• Bar license in NY required; NJ/PA/CT a plus.
• Minimum 5 years of relevant litigation experience preferred.
• Working knowledge of New York Mortgage Foreclosure Law required.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of contested foreclosures and defensive litigation.
• Prosecute commercial foreclosures from initiation to completion.
• Analyze loan files, title reports, and client documents.
• Draft motions, pleadings, and settlement agreements.
• Appear in court for various proceedings.
• Communicate with clients to ensure quality representation.
• Collaborate with support staff for document preparation and execution.
• Research and analyze complex client cases.
• Create matter budgets and seek fee approvals from clients.

Skills

Time management

Strong writing

Team-oriented

Professionalism

Education

J.D. degree

Job description

Job OverviewA law firm seeks an Associate Attorney, Litigation in New York City, NY. The role involves representing mortgage servicer and investor clients in residential and commercial foreclosure, title, and general real estate litigation. Responsibilities include court appearances, case strategy development, document drafting, discovery, trials, appeals, and settlement negotiations. The position may be in-office, hybrid, or fully remote based on the candidate's qualifications.

Duties

• Manage and handle a caseload of contested foreclosures and defensive litigation.
• Prosecute commercial foreclosures from initiation to completion.
• Analyze loan files, title reports, and client documents.
• Draft motions, pleadings, and settlement agreements.
• Appear in court for various legal proceedings.
• Communicate with clients to ensure quality representation.
• Collaborate with support staff for document preparation and execution.
• Research and analyze complex client cases.
• Create matter budgets and seek fee approval from clients.

Requirements

• J.D. degree, bar license in good standing in New York required.
• Bar license in New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and/or Connecticut is a plus.
• Minimum 5 years of relevant litigation experience preferred.
• Working knowledge of New York Mortgage Foreclosure Law required.

Education

• J.D. degree required.

Certifications

• Bar license in New York required.

Skills

• Effective time and priority management.
• Strong writing and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently or in a team setting.
• Maintain professionalism and a positive attitude.

Benefits

• Comprehensive compensation package.