What are the responsibilities and job description for the Attorney – Real Estate Collections and Foreclosure position at SouthLaw P C?
SouthLaw, P.C., a nationally recognized leader in the mortgage banking and creditor’s rights industry, seeks an energetic, highly motivated and results-oriented attorney who is interested in an environment which demands legal reasoning, independent thought and creative problem solving. The Firm specializes in foreclosure, bankruptcy, evictions, real estate collections and related civil litigation. The current opening for the attorney position is in the Iowa Foreclosure department in the Firm’s Overland Park, KS office.
The successful candidate will be responsible for representing lenders and financial institutions in judicial foreclosure actions. General duties include reviewing real estate titles, drafting legal pleadings, contract interpretation, dispute and issue resolution, communicating with clients and opposing counsel and assisting with the management of support staff. Some court appearances and limited travel to surrounding metropolitan counties will be expected.
Compensation includes a full benefits package. Salary commensurate with experience and competency for the position. For more information about the firm, visit www.southlaw.com.
Benefits
- 401k with Matching Up To 3%, Over a 3 Year Vesting Period
- Medical
- Dental - 100% Base Rate Paid by the Firm
- Vision - 100% Base Rate Paid by the Firm
- Life Insurance
- Long- and Short-Term Disability
- Long-Term Care - Paid by the Firm
- PTO
Qualifications / Experience
- Must be licensed to practice law in Iowa or Kansas
- Application for Iowa licensure will be expected within 6 months from date of hire
- Federal licensure will be expected within 6 months from date of hire
- 2-5 years general civil court experience or comparable is preferred
- Knowledge of real estate title law and real estate title standards is preferred
- Proficiency with electronic documents and general computer literacy
- Eligible to work in the United States
Job Flash Summary
A recognized leader in the mortgage banking and creditor’s rights industry seeks an organized, highly motivated and results-oriented attorney. The successful candidate must be licensed in Iowa or Kansas. Responsibilities include performing legal services involved with foreclosure and real estate matters, including reviewing title work, dispute and issue resolution and communications with clients, mortgagors and opposing counsel.
Other Duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at time with or without notice.
SouthLaw, P.C. is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against otherwise qualified applicants on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, age, sex, marital status, national origin, disability or handicap, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.