Litigation Attorney

McMichael Taylor Gray; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 85,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401k

Job summary

McMichael Taylor Gray, LLC is seeking a Litigation Attorney for its South Carolina division. The applicant must be licensed to practice law in good standing and reside in South Carolina; licensure in additional states is preferred.

The ideal candidate will be familiar with the rules of evidence and have experience in foreclosure, bankruptcy, litigation, and property law. A successful candidate will manage a litigation caseload from referral through disposition, attend court hearings, and perform

Qualifications

• J.D. degree from an accredited law school is required.
• Active state bar membership in good standing is required.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in finance, real estate, or representing financial institutions in real estate matters with courtroom experience preferred.
• Experience in foreclosure, bankruptcy, or evictions is a plus; willingness to learn if none.

Responsibilities

• Manage litigation caseload including probate, title issues, evictions, and related matters.
• Attend court hearings, perform discovery, and draft pleadings and discovery requests.
• Provide legal advice, research statutes and case law, and communicate with clients and opposing counsel.

Skills

Bar admission

Real estate litigation

Foreclosure experience

Legal writing

Courtroom experience

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.)

Job description

Full-time

Description

McMichael Taylor Gray, LLC is seeking a Litigation Attorney for our South Carolina division. The applicant must be licensed to practice law and in good standing and residing in South Carolina with licensure in additional states preferred. The ideal applicant will be familiar with the rules of evidence and have experience in foreclosure law, bankruptcy, litigation, and a general understanding of all aspects of property law.

Requirements

• Possess and maintain knowledge of state laws and civil procedure. Knowledge of federal court practice is a plus.
• Be responsible for litigation caseload, which includes some or all of the following: probate, title curative, wrongful foreclosure, title disputes, eviction matters, tax issues, etc.
• Attorney will be responsible for a case from referral through disposition, settlement, or verdict, and will attend court hearings and perform discovery.
• Respond to disputes, adhere to investor guidelines, and comply with state and federal requirements, including applicable regulations.
• Prepare and review documents for accuracy, including court filings (pleadings, discovery requests, orders, etc.), correspondence to clients, borrowers or opposing counsel, and figures generated for demand letters, reinstatement, and payoff quotes.
• Resolve title issues and complete any necessary curative actions to allow for clear title.
• Provide legal advice for the Firm’s clients, and research applicable statutes and case law.

Skills/Abilities

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.
• Maintain an active membership in good standing with the State Bar of the states where you practice on behalf of the firm.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience practicing law with a focus on finance, real estate, or representation of financial institutions in real estate related matters with court room experience preferred.
• Experience in real estate, mortgage and/or commercial litigation strongly preferred.
• Knowledge of FDCPA, RESPA, TILA, as well as any applicable state and federal debt collection and real property law a plus.
• Experience in foreclosure, bankruptcy, or evictions a plus; if none, must be willing to learn.
• Exceptional communication skills (oral and written)
• Ability to travel as needed.
• Detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities effectively.
• Proficiency in legal research, writing, and document drafting.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Commitment to upholding ethical standards and maintaining client confidentiality.

Salary and Benefits

Salary commensurate with experience. We offer a competitive benefits package including health, dental, vision and 401k.

ABOUT MCMICHAEL TAYLOR GRAY, LLC

McMichael Taylor Gray, LLC (“MTG”) is a full-service default and creditors’ rights law firm delivering quality, cost-effective legal services for financial institutions throughout most of the Eastern United States. The founding partners of MTG established a forward-thinking, client focused law firm, centered on an unwavering commitment to the following core values:

• Excellence
• Integrity
• Honesty
• Respect

A successful candidate must pass a background check and be able to provide two professional references. All candidates will be subject to pre-employment screens and confirmation of eligibility to work in the United States. Candidates may also be subject to criminal and/or credit history checks and reference checks depending on the nature of the position for which they are applying. Consideration for employment with McMichael Taylor Gray LLC is conditional upon successful completion of these required standards.

McMichael Taylor Gray, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer, drug free workplace, and complies with ADA regulations as applicable.