Summary/Objective
To handle mortgage-related litigation files as lead counsel in State and Federal courts in Texas. The attorney in this position will draft and file pleadings and motions, manage cases from inception through resolution, and represent clients in contested matters and hearings. The attorney will communicate daily with clients, borrowers, and opposing counsel. Court appearances and hearing attendance required. This position is in-office.
Essential Functions
Provide legal advice to the Firm’s mortgage servicing clients. Communicate with clients through a combination of phone, email and client database systems;
Research and analyze legal sources such as statutes, recorded judicial decisions, legal articles, treaties, constitutions, and legal codes.
Prepare legal briefs, pleadings, appeals, contracts, and any other necessary legal documentation during the course of litigation in State Court and Federal District Court.
Handle civil litigation cases from referral to resolution, which may necessitate the use of written and oral advocacy, motion practice, discovery, trial preparation, trial, and appellate court briefing and argument.
Participation in mediation, willingness and ability to understand complex loan documentation and loss mitigation processes.
Review work product of staff (comprised of legal assistants and processors) for accuracy;
Maintain a current knowledge of any trends, regulations or legislation affecting the assigned area of practice;
Settle cases and attend hearings;
Perform additional duties as requested.
Position Preferences:
- Juris Doctorate;
- Licensed to practice law in the State and Federal Courts in Texas.
- 5+ years' courtroom/litigation experience
- 2+ years’ experience preferred in finance or representation of financial institutions in real estate related matters.
- Exceptional communication skills (oral and written)
Skills Required
- Juris Doctorate
- Licensed to practice law in State and Federal Courts in Texas
- 5+ years courtroom/litigation experience
- 2+ years experience in finance or representation of financial institutions in real estate matters
- Exceptional oral and written communication skills
- Court appearances and hearing attendance required (in-office position)
What We Do
Mackie Wolf Zientz & Mann, P.C. is committed to providing comprehensive legal services to the mortgage banking and financial services industries through quality, timely, efficient and ethical practices. The attorneys, managers and staff at Mackie Wolf Zientz & Mann, P.C. have many years of experience representing mortgage originators, mortgage servicers and mortgage investors in all areas of mortgage banking throughout Texas and Arkansas.
