What are the responsibilities and job description for the Real Estate Associate Attorney - First Legal Foreclosure position at Wizehire?
Howard Law is seeking a First Legal Foreclosure Attorney to join our growing legal team. This position is responsible for managing foreclosure proceedings from initiation through resolution, with a primary focus on uncontested and lightly contested matters. The role requires efficiency in handling high-volume uncontested cases, while also addressing limited disputes involving motion practice, hearings, or negotiation.
As part of Howard Law, the attorney will ensure compliance with foreclosure requirements at both the state and federal levels, while providing effective legal representation to clients and lenders. The attorney will collaborate closely with paralegals, support staff, courts, and clients to deliver accurate, timely, and cost-effective case management.
$5,000 Signing Bonus
Compensation
$75,000 - $150,000 yearly
Responsibilities
Responsibilities Include
About Company
Howard Law is a client-focused firm dedicated to providing high-quality legal services in foreclosure, real estate, and litigation matters. With a commitment to integrity, professionalism, and results, our team works tirelessly to protect clients’ interests and deliver practical, effective solutions. We value collaboration, attention to detail, and a deep understanding of the complexities of foreclosure law. At Howard Law, our people are our greatest strength, and we foster a supportive environment where talented professionals can grow and thrive.
We are committed to supporting our team members with a comprehensive benefits package, which includes
As part of Howard Law, the attorney will ensure compliance with foreclosure requirements at both the state and federal levels, while providing effective legal representation to clients and lenders. The attorney will collaborate closely with paralegals, support staff, courts, and clients to deliver accurate, timely, and cost-effective case management.
$5,000 Signing Bonus
Compensation
$75,000 - $150,000 yearly
Responsibilities
- Negotiate real estate transaction terms and conditions, and facilitate the transfer of title between borrowers, real estate agents, and title company
- Complete thorough due diligence and inspect legal documents, title examination, and closing binder for legal risk, completion, and accuracy
- Understand all legal aspects of the clients’ desired outcome and circumstances to provide them with sound legal advice
- Delegate tasks to paralegals and support staff
- Draw up and review purchase and property management agreements, contracts, title abstracts, summaries, and commitments, probate and trust documents, leases, and financing statements, as appropriate
Responsibilities Include
- Review loan collateral, title reports, default letters, and title claims to ensure foreclosure readiness
- Prepare, review, and revise foreclosure complaints and amended complaints
- Draft, review, and file foreclosure pleadings, affidavits, and related documents
- Manage a high-volume caseload while meeting critical deadlines
- Ensure compliance with state and federal foreclosure requirements
- Represent clients at hearings, mediations, and settlement conferences
- Negotiate settlements and assist in resolving minor contested matters
- Three years of experience as corporate counsel for a real estate development firm, as a transactional attorney, or residential or commercial real estate attorney
- Up to date knowledge of property management, business law, title insurance, land use, and residential and commercial real estate law, including litigation
- Be a member of your local bar association and hold a current law license in the state
- Computer proficiency is needed
- Exceptional negotiation, research, networking, and communication skills are desired
- Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school
- 3 years of experience in foreclosure, real estate, or creditors’ rights preferred
- Knowledge of uncontested and lightly contested foreclosure procedures
- Excellent written and verbal advocacy skills
- Ability to manage a high-volume portfolio with competing deadlines
- Litigation experience in limited-dispute contexts (motions, hearings, negotiations)
About Company
Howard Law is a client-focused firm dedicated to providing high-quality legal services in foreclosure, real estate, and litigation matters. With a commitment to integrity, professionalism, and results, our team works tirelessly to protect clients’ interests and deliver practical, effective solutions. We value collaboration, attention to detail, and a deep understanding of the complexities of foreclosure law. At Howard Law, our people are our greatest strength, and we foster a supportive environment where talented professionals can grow and thrive.
We are committed to supporting our team members with a comprehensive benefits package, which includes
- Hybrid
- Competitive salary
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- STD, LTD, and ancillary benefits
- Retirement plan options with firm contribution
- Paid time off (vacation, sick leave, and holidays)
- Professional development and training opportunities
- Supportive, team-oriented work environment
- Opportunities for career advancement within the firm
Salary : $75,000 - $150,000