Attorney

HNE; Iowa; Remote; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

HNE is seeking an experienced attorney for its Iowa-based Default Servicing and Real Estate Litigation practice. The role entails representing lenders and financial institutions in foreclosure, evictions, creditor rights, and related real property disputes, with most work performed remotely.

Candidates must reside in Iowa and be available for occasional court appearances throughout the state. The firm offers long-term growth, flexible title based on experience, and potential leadership

Qualifications

• Active Iowa Bar license in good standing.
• Minimum of 5 years of attorney experience.
• Ability and willingness to attend in-person hearings throughout Iowa.
• Strong legal writing, communication, and advocacy skills.
• Ability to independently manage a high-volume caseload.
• Excellent organization, time management, and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Handle foreclosure, default servicing, creditor rights, and real estate litigation matters from inception through resolution.
• Represent clients at court hearings, mediations, and other legal proceedings throughout Iowa.
• Draft and review pleadings, motions, affidavits, briefs, discovery responses, and legal correspondence.
• Prepare exhibits, hearing materials, and court filings.
• Analyze loan documents, creditor rights issues, and litigation strategies.
• Provide legal guidance and strategic recommendations to lender clients.
• Communicate directly with clients, borrowers, trustees, opposing counsel, and court personnel.
• Manage deadlines, case progression, and compliance with statutory and client requirements.
• Stay current on legal, regulatory, and procedural developments impacting lender representation and default servicing matters.
• Collaborate with attorneys and staff across the firm to ensure efficient case management and client service.

Skills

Legal writing

Advocacy

Client communication

Time management

Independent caseload

Job description

Location: Iowa (Must Reside in Iowa but is fully remote)

Overview

Our firm is partnering with a growing multi-state law firm to identify an experienced attorney for its Iowa-based Default Servicing and Real Estate Litigation practice. This attorney will represent lenders and financial institutions in matters involving foreclosure, evictions, bankruptcy, creditor rights, and other real property-related disputes.

Most of the work can be performed remotely, though candidates must reside in Iowa and be available for occasional court appearances and hearings throughout the state. The firm is seeking a long-term addition to the team due to increasing demand and growth within the Iowa practice. There is flexibility on title based on experience, along with strong advancement potential for the right candidate, including a path toward future leadership opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Handle foreclosure, default servicing, creditor rights, and real estate litigation matters from inception through resolution
• Represent clients at court hearings, mediations, and other legal proceedings throughout Iowa
• Draft and review pleadings, motions, affidavits, briefs, discovery responses, and legal correspondence
• Prepare exhibits, hearing materials, and court filings
• Analyze loan documents, creditor rights issues, and litigation strategies
• Provide legal guidance and strategic recommendations to lender clients
• Communicate directly with clients, borrowers, trustees, opposing counsel, and court personnel
• Manage deadlines, case progression, and compliance with statutory and client requirements
• Stay current on legal, regulatory, and procedural developments impacting lender representation and default servicing matters
• Collaborate with attorneys and staff across the firm to ensure efficient case management and client service

Requirements

Required

• Active Iowa Bar license in good standing
• Minimum of 5 years of attorney experience
• Ability and willingness to attend in-person hearings throughout Iowa as needed
• Strong legal writing, communication, and advocacy skills
• Ability to independently manage a high-volume caseload
• Excellent organization, time management, and attention to detail

Preferred

• Approximately 8+ years of overall legal experience
• Prior experience representing lenders or financial institutions
• Familiarity with Iowa court procedures and motion practice
• Experience working with pro se litigants and sensitive client situations

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate is a self-motivated attorney who can confidently manage cases from start to finish while balancing litigation strategy, client communication, and day-to-day case management. They thrive in a fast-paced environment, work well independently, and are comfortable taking ownership of their practice.

This role is particularly well-suited for someone who:

• Enjoys courtroom appearances and litigation work
• Is comfortable handling a high-volume caseload
• Has experience advising lender or creditor clients
• Can effectively review and analyze loan and real estate documents
• Values flexibility and work-life balance
• Wants long-term career growth within a growing law firm
• Is interested in future leadership opportunities, including potential advancement into a Managing Attorney role

Mortgage default experience is highly preferred, but the firm is open to attorneys from related litigation backgrounds who bring strong courtroom experience, legal writing skills, and the ability to manage complex matters independently.