McMichael Taylor Gray, LLC is seeking an Associate Litigation Attorney for our growing practice. The applicant must be licensed to practice law and in good standing in Alabama with licensure in additional states preferred. The ideal applicant will handle a caseload comprised of mortgage and real estate related litigation matters for an established multi-state law firm on behalf lenders, mortgage servicers, and investors.

Responsibilities:

• Candidate must possess state court litigation experience; knowledge of federal court practice a plus.
• Litigation caseload shall include some or all of the following types of cases: probate, title curative, wrongful foreclosure suits, title disputes, eviction matters, tax issues, etc. Attorney will be responsible for a case from referral through disposition, settlement or verdict.
• Additional responsibilities may include, but not be limited to the following: review and respond to debt disputes, ensure legal compliance regarding state and federally required notices, reinstatement or payoff quotes, loss mitigation, escrow disputes, and complete any necessary curative methods to provide the client with clear title.
• Provide legal advice for the Firm’s mortgage servicing clients and investors; research applicable statutes and case law, as needed.
• Ability to exercise professionalism and courtesy when faced with adversarial situations, as well as exude excellent customer service (internally and externally).
• Work effectively with a team of attorneys and staff within the litigation department and other practice areas within the Firm

Skills/Abilities:

• 3+ years of experience in finance, real estate, or representation of financial institutions in real estate related matters with court room experience.
• 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, bankruptcy or evictions a plus; if none, must be willing to learn.
• Exceptional communication skills (oral and written)
• Ability to travel as needed.

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

ABOUT MCMICHAEL TAYLOR GRAY, LLC

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 a background check 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.