Job Description

Job Description

Multi-state law firm handling matters in New York, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Connecticut and Vermont. Our firm represents mortgage loan servicers, banks and investors in all courts, both state and federal, in these states. Our Firm specializes in real estate and financial services litigation, primarily involving commercial and residential mortgage foreclosure, including contested litigation, creditor’s rights, loss mitigation, mediation, bankruptcy, and evictions. We pride ourselves on our attention to detail, responsiveness to clients and innovative strategies when navigating the difficult regulatory environment in today’s mortgage loan servicing industry. Our Firm is dedicated to providing our clients with superior legal services in an expeditious, efficient and cost-effective manner. We are recognized as one of the leading firms in our field by the largest loan servicers in the nation.

Currently, our firm is seeking a Litigation Attorney with experience in Real Estate and Foreclosure to join our team in our Armonk, NY office. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with ample opportunities for growth and advancement.

The Litigation Attorney will have significant responsibilities in the representation of secured creditors, banks and mortgage servicers in residential foreclosure litigation. Successful candidates must have a NYS Bar Admission and significant litigation experience.

** Key Responsibilities:**

• Substantial motion practice, including preparation of all papers for dispositive motions, discovery motions, appeals, orders to show cause, and ancillary matters;
• Analysis, interpretation and application of statutes, regulations, and case law;
• Assessment of case posture and development of comprehensive case strategies to address inquiries from clients, courts and other attorneys in a timely manner.
• Handling depositions, trials, and the required preparation of witnesses;

** Qualifications:**

• 5+ years of hands-on experience in NYS civil litigation practice;
• Complete knowledge of NYS civil motion practice;
• Strong ability to work independently and manage deadlines and projects;
• Experience with Real Estate and Foreclosure
• Work well under pressure;
• Professional written and communication skills;
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to communicate effectively;
• Strong word processing and proofreading skills; and,
• Proficiency in Windows, MS Word, Outlook and Excel.
• Previous trial and appellate experience is required.

** Benefits:**

• Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and 401(k) retirement plan.
• Compensation is commensurate with experience, with significant upward potential. We place exceptional value on specialized expertise in audit and process review and are prepared to offer a competitive compensation package for candidates who possess a mastery of regulatory requirements and risk management.
• To ensure comprehensive training and integration, the Compliance Director is expected to work on-site at our office in Armonk, NY. We have a large, beautiful office space with plenty of room and a professional environment.
• Regular communication and support from Managing Attorneys and Department Supervisors to assist with your workflow.

Company Description

Founded in 2011, Leopold & Associates, PLLC is a rapidly growing multi-state law firm handling matters in Pennsylvania, New Jersey, New York, Connecticut, and Vermont. Our firm represents mortgage servicers, banks, card issuers, debt buyers, note holders and investors in state and federal courts in the jurisdictions in which our attorneys are licensed.

Leopold & Associates, PLLC, focuses on commercial and residential mortgage foreclosure, bankruptcy, enforcement of creditors’ rights, evictions, loss mitigation, mediations, contested litigation, real estate and financial services litigation, as well as various types of collection matters. We pride ourselves on our attention to detail, responsiveness, and innovation when navigating the difficult regulatory environment in today’s mortgage servicing and debt collection environments.

Our firm is dedicated to providing our clients with superior legal services in a quick, efficient and cost-effective manner. We are recognized as one of the leading firms in our field by the largest loan servicers in the nation.

Company Description

Founded in 2011, Leopold & Associates, PLLC is a rapidly growing multi-state law firm handling matters in Pennsylvania, New Jersey, New York, Connecticut, and Vermont. Our firm represents mortgage servicers, banks, card issuers, debt buyers, note holders and investors in state and federal courts in the jurisdictions in which our attorneys are licensed.\r\n \r\nLeopold & Associates, PLLC, focuses on commercial and residential mortgage foreclosure, bankruptcy, enforcement of creditors’ rights, evictions, loss mitigation, mediations, contested litigation, real estate and financial services litigation, as well as various types of collection matters. We pride ourselves on our attention to detail, responsiveness, and innovation when navigating the difficult regulatory environment in today’s mortgage servicing and debt collection environments. \r\n\r\nOur firm is dedicated to providing our clients with superior legal services in a quick, efficient and cost-effective manner. We are recognized as one of the leading firms in our field by the largest loan servicers in the nation.