Associate Attorney

At Schneiderman & Sherman, P.C., our mission is to provide clients with access to the most creative, cost-effective solutions for their various legal issues. We are always accessible, responsive, and attentive to detail. We will vigorously fight for the interests of our clients by providing the most innovative and effective representation in our field. The firm prides itself on its exemplary timelines, client communications, and corporate compliance. Our continued commitment to advancing default technology has provided significant value and savings to our clients nationwide. Moreover, the education, experience, and dedication of our attorneys and staff allow us to handle our clients’ diverse problems in a professional and timely manner. Our attorneys and staff are proud of our history serving the mortgage industry. We are dedicated to the interests of our clients, our people, and our community. We strive to address their needs and meet their expectations efficiently and effectively – and we do so with integrity, insight, and innovation. Associate Attorney Position Summary Associate Attorneys are responsible for non-judicial foreclosure, bankruptcy, and title matters, representing assigned financial institution clients with loss mitigation and asset recovery services. They are responsible for representing the firm professionally through timeliness and compliant processes. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, has strong organizational skills, and a passion for delivering exceptional client service. Associate Attorney Job Responsibilities Draft and prepare legal documents for court filing, including but not limited to: FDCPA Letters, Demand Letters, Notices of Sale, and Sheriff's Deeds. Represent client interests; provide strategic legal counsel to staff and clients on a variety of issues. Conduct thorough legal research using tools such as LexisNexis and Westlaw. Review court alerts and provide compliance guidance in a timely and accurate manner. Work cross-functionally with other attorneys, legal assistants, support staff, and external vendors. Perform all other duties as assigned by supervisor(s). Required Qualifications And Skills Juris Doctor (JD) is required from a law school. Admission to the State Bar of Michigan and in good standing. 3-5+ years of relevant experience in foreclosure, bankruptcy, title, collections, or creditors' rights. Knowledge of Michigan court procedures and filing requirements. Prior in-house compliance experience reviewing relevant statutes and case law preferred. Prior doc review and/or litigation experience preferred. Prior experience with CaseAware or a similar case management system preferred. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Strong organizational and time management skills. Strong analytical and research skills. What We Offer You Competitive pay rates Paid time off (PTO) + paid holidays Medical + Dental (Blue-Cross Blue-Shield & Blue-Care Network) insurance options Health Savings Account (HSA) Vision (EyeMed) insurance 401(k) Traditional and Roth retirement plans Employer-funded pension plan and profit-sharing retirement contributions Company-paid long-term disability and basic life insurance Employee Assistance Program (EAP), including free mental health and financial counseling services Paid Leave Benefits Company-organized Volunteer opportunities Commitment to providing work-life balance Team bonding events, gift raffles, annual holiday party, and more! This is a full-time, in-office position, Monday - Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., with an average of 40 hours per week. The position may require extended hours and flexible availability outside of the regular business schedule. #J-18808-Ljbffr