Foreclosure & Mortgage Litigation Associate

The Mortgage Law Firm; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

The Mortgage Law Firm in Albuquerque, New Mexico, is seeking a New Mexico Associate Attorney with strong foreclosure and litigation background. The role includes managing cases, preparing pleadings and motions, and supervising paralegals to support foreclosure-related matters.

Qualified candidates hold a Juris Doctorate and a New Mexico Bar license in good standing, with at least five years of associate experience in real property and foreclosure work. Travel to court appearances may be required.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctorate and NM Bar license in good standing required.
• 5+ years of experience as an associate attorney preferred.
• Background in real property, foreclosure, and title is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Manage multiple foreclosure, litigation, and loss-mitigation matters with supervision of staff.
• Prepare pleadings, motions, and correspondence; attend hearings as needed.
• Ensure accurate billable/non-billable records and client communication.

Skills

Legal research

Litigation management

Client communication

Team leadership

Attention to detail

Education

Juris Doctorate

NM Bar license in good standing

Tools

Westlaw

Time-billing software

Job description

The Mortgage Law Firm in Albuquerque, New Mexico, is seeking a New Mexico Associate Attorney with strong foreclosure and litigation background. The role includes managing cases, preparing pleadings and motions, and supervising paralegals to support foreclosure-related matters.

Qualified candidates hold a Juris Doctorate and a New Mexico Bar license in good standing, with at least five years of associate experience in real property and foreclosure work. Travel to court appearances may be required.