Associate Attorney at US DEFAULT GROUP INC – Cincinnati, Ohio

The Associate Attorney role provides new hires with an opportunity to learn about and familiarize themselves with our various practice areas, as well as demonstrate their ability to meet performance expectations. As you progress, growth opportunities become available based on performance. Our firm maintains a collegial work environment that prioritizes internal promotion, training, and professional development. We strive to see our employees grow!

We are seeking a candidate with the ability to organize and prioritize workloads to meet deadlines, exhibit meticulous attention to detail, produce accurate and high-quality work product in a fast-paced volume-based environment. The candidate must be able to work independently and possess strong interpersonal and analytical skills. Ohio Bar Required. Compensation is commensurate with experience. Local candidates within commuting distance of Fort Mitchell, KY or remote opportunity in Cleveland area preferred.

Specific Job Responsibilities:

Comprehensive review of all conditions precedent to filing of the action, including review of loan documents, financials, and demand lettersDraft and review pleadings and correspondence to initiate actionsAttend court hearings and communicate with opposing counselEnsure all internal systems are updated to include findings, documentation, and recommendationsExercise a high degree of confidentiality and professionalismSafeguard compliance with local, state, and federal foreclosure, bankruptcy, and collections requirements, as applicable

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Intermediate to advanced-level computer and general office skills; strong interpersonal skillsAbility to effectively communicate through both verbal and written electronic correspondenceDemonstrate an excellent ability to analyze corrective action opportunities and present recommendationsMeticulous analytical skills and attention to detailAbility to work independently

Required Education and Training:

Juris DoctorBar membership in Ohio is requiredLicensed in Kentucky and/or Indiana preferred Basic principles of Quality Assurance and/or Quality Control strongly preferred