Associate Attorney, Bankruptcy at McCalla Raymer Leibert Pierce LLP

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

23 Sep, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

25 Jun, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Bankruptcy Law, Creditor Rights, Legal Strategy, Case Management, Legal Writing, Regulatory Compliance, Case Law Analysis, Microsoft Office, Court Representation, Loan Modification, Loss Mitigation, Post-Petition Compliance

Industry

Law Practice

Description

Description Job Summary: Represent institutional mortgage lenders and servicers in bankruptcy matters with a focus on protecting and enforcing secured-creditor rights in Chapters 7, 13, and 11. Provide end-to-end legal strategy across the lifecycle of a bankruptcy case, including proof of claim, motions for relief from stay, plan review and objection, loan modification and loss-mitigation oversight, and post-petition compliance. Advise clients on complex bankruptcy, servicing, and investor-guideline issues to ensure regulatory compliance, minimize financial risk, and maximize recoveries while maintaining borrower-facing and court-facing credibility. JOB REQUIREMENTS 2- 3 years of experience working as an Attorney in the Bankruptcy arena, at least 1 year representing creditors in Pennsylvania Bankruptcy Courts In good standing and an active member of the Bar Strong communication and writing skills Proven abilities to manage multiple responsibilities at once and know when to reprioritize and effectively manage a high case volume in a fast-paced and ever-changing environment Knowledge of federal, state, and local laws and rules Ability to analyze case law and provide recommendations Must be able to attend hearings and mediations throughout the State of Pennsylvania KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & EDUCATION Juris Doctor from an accredited law school Must possess strong written and verbal communication skills Motivated self starter, with the ability to multi-task, as well as to manage and prioritize multiple projects Proficient with superior attention to detail Possess the ability to work under various pressures and meet strict deadlines Proficiency with Microsoft Office products and generally at ease with utilizing technology Overall great attitude and willingness to adapt to change Must possess superior organizational skills Can identify and resolve problems in a timely manner Gathers and analyzes information skillfully Can work a case file from start to finish Balances team and individual responsibilities while contributing to building a positive team spirit Examine ways to improve and promote quality Possess an analytical thought process and uses critical thinking skills PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, talk, or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms, and stoop, kneel, or crouch The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and ability to adjust focus. WORK ENVIRONMENT The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job: Normal office working conditions, with quiet to moderate noise level within the work environment. We offer a comprehensive compensation package, which includes a salary commensurate with experience and accomplishments. If you possess the requisite qualifications, and are seeking the challenge of working in a growing firm, please submit your resume in confidence. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be authorized to work in the United States. Please note: No employment sponsorship or support will be given for this position. McCalla Raymer Leibert Pierce, LLP will not consider any employment immigration sponsorship or support. This means that McCalla Raymer Leibert Pierce, LLP will not support any CPT, OPT, or STEM OPT plans, nor sponsor in any NIV category (including TN, E-3, H-1B, O-1), or submit the position in the H-1B Registration; or Visa sponsorship nor immigration support is not available. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States now and in the future. The company does not provide visa sponsorship or any immigration support (including STEM OPT training plan) for this position. Because of the high volume of calls received, only qualified candidates will be contacted for consideration. NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

Responsibilities

Represent institutional mortgage lenders and servicers in bankruptcy matters to protect and enforce secured-creditor rights. Manage the full lifecycle of bankruptcy cases, including filing proofs of claim, motions for relief from stay, and providing strategic legal advice to clients.