Associate General Counsel (Title & Lender Services)

Atlantic Group; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 135,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in legal services seeks an Associate General Counsel specializing in title and lender services. This on-site role requires a JD-qualified attorney with expertise in real estate law to oversee residential title insurance transactions and ensure compliance. Responsibilities include title underwriting, regulatory compliance, and supporting internal teams. Ideal candidates will have at least 3 years of related experience and excellent negotiation and communication skills.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Paid paternity leave

Paid maternity leave

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience in title underwriting or real estate law.
• Active license to practice law in Pennsylvania required.
• Deep knowledge of real estate and title insurance law.

Responsibilities

• Assess title risks and provide legal guidance on transactions.
• Interpret contracts and ensure compliance with legal standards.
• Advise on curing title defects and optimizing settlement processes.

Skills

Negotiation

Organizational

Communication

Attention to detail

Solution-focused mindset

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

Associate General Counsel (Title & Lender Services)

Associate General Counsel (Title & Lender Services)

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This range is provided by Atlantic Group. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$135,000.00/yr - $165,000.00/yr

Additional compensation types

Annual Bonus

Job Overview – Associate General Counsel (Title & Lender Services):

Compensation: $135,000 – $165,000/year + bonus

Location: Delaware County, PA

Schedule: Monday to Friday (In-Office)

Atlantic Group is hiring an Associate General Counsel (Title & Lender Services) with our client in Delaware County, PA, to provide legal oversight for residential title insurance transactions and support multi-state underwriting operations. This on-site role is ideal for a JD-qualified attorney with expertise in real estate law, title underwriting, and lender-side settlements. You’ll collaborate with internal teams and regulators to resolve title issues, ensure compliance, and enhance operational efficiency.

Responsibilities as the Associate General Counsel (Title & Lender Services):

• Title Underwriting: Assess title risks for residential transactions and offer legal guidance on insurability and closing matters.
• Document Review: Interpret contracts, deeds, and legal documents to ensure compliance with underwriting and legal standards.
• Claims & Escrow Support: Collaborate with escrow officers and underwriters to resolve title issues and support claims handling.
• Regulatory Compliance: Support corporate compliance by interfacing with state regulators and ensuring licensing requirements are met.
• Operational Counsel: Advise internal teams on curing title defects and optimizing settlement processes under underwriting policies.
• Training & Education: Lead internal trainings, contribute to legal publications, and stay active in bar associations and industry events.

Qualifications for the Associate General Counsel (Title & Lender Services):

• Education: Juris Doctor (JD) degree required.
• Licensure: Active license to practice law in Pennsylvania (or eligibility to obtain it promptly).
• Experience: Minimum of 3 years of experience in title underwriting, real estate law, or within a legal department at a title insurer or related entity.
• Technical Proficiency: Solid understanding of real estate title, settlement processes, and title insurance underwriting systems.
• Skills & Attributes: Exceptional negotiation, organizational, and communication skills, with a strong attention to detail and a collaborative, solution-focused mindset.
• Industry Knowledge: Deep knowledge of real estate and title insurance law, including state and federal regulatory standards.
• Travel Requirements: Up to 20% travel for company business, industry events, and training.

Application Notice: Qualified candidates will be contacted within 2 business days of application. If an applicant does not meet the above criteria, Atlantic Group will keep your resume on file for future opportunities and may contact you for further discussion.

ID #44361

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Legal, Writing/Editing, and Other

• Industries

  Staffing and Recruiting, Legal Services, and Law Practice

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Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Paid paternity leave

Paid maternity leave

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