Associate Attorney

Associate Attorney

McMichael Taylor Gray, LLC is seeking an Associate Attorney with experience in New York foreclosure law to join its expanding New York practice. The employee MUST BE BASED IN THE STATE OF NEW YORK. The ideal applicant will be a career-oriented professional with at least three years of experience representing creditors in foreclosures and/or title proceedings, or a strong desire to learn these practice areas. Creditor-side bankruptcy experience is a plus, as is litigation experience. The applicant must have the ability to prioritize and manage numerous tasks in a high-volume, fast-paced environment, communicate professionally at all times, be effective working independently and as part of a team, and provide exceptional customer service. Leadership and management skills are strongly preferred.

Key Job Duties:

• Provide oversight and management of high-volume statewide foreclosure matters.
• Ensure all appropriate actions are taken to expedite the firm's files.
• Act as a liaison between the firm and clients, vendors, outside counsel, courts, trustees, and other foreclosure personnel.
• Manage files by applicable foreclosure rules and firm-established timelines.
• Work within the firm's case management system to create, manage, and review daily and weekly reports.
• Review and execute various pleadings and correspondence.
• Maintain accurate updates in client and firm management systems.
• Outline, prepare, and present pleadings and other legal documents.
• Argue the merits of assigned cases at hearings, conferences, mediations, or trials.
• Attend and/or conduct public auctions as needed.
• Review title searches to identify any title issues and to determine the proper parties to serve.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Job Qualifications

• Admitted to practice in New York. Admitted to practice in New York's federal district courts and/or other states a plus.
• 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 and real estate law 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.
• A portable book of business is a plus.

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

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 onboarding verifications 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.

Salary Description $85,000 - $135,000 annually based on experience