Litigation Attorney

Litigation Attorney

Brock & Scott has been a trusted leader in the financial services and real estate industry for over 25 years with a commitment to helping our clients succeed. Our attorneys and staff drive solutions that create value and results to achieve client goals and help them accomplish more. Through multiple offices across our geographic footprint, we work as one team, at our best each day, putting our clients' interests first.

We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. Diversity, equity, & inclusion: In principle and in practice, Brock & Scott values and seeks inclusion and diversity within our community. Brock & Scott is committed to providing a welcoming and equitable environment with opportunities for engagement regardless of individual thought, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, culture, ethnicity and experience.

We are seeking an experienced Litigation Attorney licensed in Massachusetts with a strong background in the residential foreclosure process. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience handling foreclosure-related litigation, from reviewing case files and titles to representing clients in court. This role offers the opportunity to join a dynamic legal team focused on delivering efficient, compliant, and client-focused representation in the creditors' rights and foreclosure space.

Essential Functions:

• Possess strong knowledge of residential foreclosure process and general real estate law, including litigation, title curative / title claims, and post-judgment litigation (with preference given to candidates with experience handling FDCPA, RESPA, and TILA claims, as well as creditor rights generally).
• Review and analyze pre- and post-judgment title issues to ensure marketable title to our clients or identify potential title issues and assess resolution options.
• Conduct legal research.
• Draft substantive pleadings, motions, legal opinions, and memoranda.
• Appear at court hearings, mediations, depositions, and other required appearances on behalf of clients.
• Analyze cases, propound focused discovery, and assist clients with responses to discovery requests, including identifying responsive documents and reviewing documents for potential issues.
• Communicate effectively, written and verbally, with clients on issues that may affect foreclosure, provide legal advice on proposed strategies, and assess the range of outcomes based upon the legal and business considerations that apply.
• Develop and implement focused litigation plans to further the efficient and ethical resolution of litigated matters.
• Maintain case management status report and meet regularly with paralegals on assigned matters.
• Manage a large volume of workload effectively and efficiently.
• Meet minimum monthly billable hour requirements.
• Regularly review and approve pre-bills for time input by attorneys or paralegals on assigned files.

Position Requirements:

Education: J.D. from accredited law school

Bar Admission: Massachusetts Bar, member in good standing; admission in the Rhode Island and New Hampshire Bars preferred.

Experience: At least 3-5 year of practice – civil litigation/trial experience, with preference given to candidates that possess experience in the area of residential or commercial real estate, foreclosure, FDCPA, RESPA, and TILA claims, as well as creditor rights generally

Knowledge, skills, and abilities: Computer savvy and experience with the Microsoft Suite of programs, case management software; strong court room appearance; civil jury or non-jury trial experience; keen attention to detail; organized; ability to multi-task; possess strong work ethic and willingness to be part of a team.

Compensation Details: 110k+; annually

The compensation amount is not guaranteed. Individual compensation is based on various factors unique to each candidate. This amount is what we reasonably believe we will pay for the position, however, offer amounts may vary based on factors such as geographic location, experience, and qualifications.

Benefits Details:

Brock & Scott, PLLC offers an attractive benefit package to full-time employees on the 1st of the following month of hire. The insurance portion includes medical, dental, voluntary life, voluntary vision, and critical illness, all at competitive rates. At the 90-day introductory period, the Firm also provides a basic life insurance policy in the amount of one time your annual salary (with a minimum of $25,000 and a maximum of $200,000.00) at no cost.

Full-time attorneys receive paid holidays, including six (6) firm-recognized holidays and one (1) Day of Observance, as well as a premium PTO package of 18 days per year. PTO accrues monthly and is credited on the 15th of each month, in accordance with firm policy. PTO benefits increase after 2 years of employment and again after 5 years of employment. After six months of service, employees over the age of 21 become eligible to participate in the firm's 401(k) plan at the beginning of the next quarter.

Pre-Employment Requirements: Employment with Brock & Scott, PLLC is contingent upon the successful completion of all required pre-employment screenings and verifications, which may include, but are not limited to, a criminal background check, conflict of interest check, employment and education verification (as applicable), and a pre-employment drug screening. Drug testing is conducted only after a conditional offer of employment has been extended and in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.