McCalla Raymer Leibert Pierce, LLP · 15 hours ago
Evictions Associate Attorney
McCalla Raymer Leibert Pierce, LLP is seeking an Evictions Associate Attorney to work directly with the Managing Partner of Evictions and the firm’s National Eviction Outsourcing Platform. The attorney will manage their own caseload and handle all aspects of eviction cases across Oregon and Washington, requiring strong writing skills and the ability to draft civil litigation documents.
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Responsibilities
Handle all aspects of eviction cases in Oregon and Washington
Attend court hearings (when practical due to geographical location or remote/virtual hearing capabilities) on eviction cases in Oregon and Washington
Prepare and review documentation required to be filed for eviction cases in Oregon and Washington
Must have strong writing skills and ability to draft civil litigation documents ranging from discovery to dispositive motions and client correspondence
Functional/applicable knowledge of Rent Control or Stabilization Ordinances and Just Cause Ordinances, with a desire to become an expert thereon
Jury Trial experience, a plus
Ability to think on your feet and quickly shift task-to-task depending on daily needs
Field questions from staff and assist in an affable manner
Write, review, and edit reports, opinions, correspondence, alerts, bulletins, articles for client notification and compliance purposes
Perform other duties and responsibilities as needed
Qualification
Required
Licensed to practice law in both Oregon and Washington, or at least one year of active practice immediately preceding application if not licensed in both
Experience with Plaintiff or Defense-Side eviction law, or other related experience representing landlords, tenants, creditors and/or loan servicers
Strong writing skills and ability to draft civil litigation documents ranging from discovery to dispositive motions and client correspondence
Functional/applicable knowledge of Rent Control or Stabilization Ordinances and Just Cause Ordinances
Ability to think on your feet and quickly shift task-to-task depending on daily needs
Ability to analyze case law and provide recommendations
Active membership in either the OR or WA State Bars, in good standing
Minimum of 2+ years of related experience in landlord/tenant evictions, post-foreclosure evictions, or legal aid in defense of tenants
Ability to work remotely as efficiently and competently as working in office
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ownership of assigned caseload
Proficiency with computer applications, technology, telephone, and Microsoft Office products
Ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects
People skills, ability to communicate respectfully and effectively with various parties
Ability to identify and resolve problems in a timely manner
Attention to detail and ability to look for ways to improve and promote quality
Exceptional organizational skills and ability to multi-task
Preferred
Experience with jury trials
Active membership in both OR and WA State Bars
Minimum of 5 years of related experience in landlord/tenant evictions, post-foreclosure evictions, or legal aid in defense of tenants
Benefits
Comprehensive compensation package
Company
McCalla Raymer Leibert Pierce, LLP
McCalla Raymer Leibert Pierce, LLP is a full service Residential and Commercial Real Estate Legal Services firm with a combined 75 years of experience specializing in: Foreclosure, Bankruptcy, Eviction, Commercial Origination and Workout Transactions, Complex Litigation, Title Curative/Litigation and Closing Services; representing large to small financial institutions and Investors for matters in Alabama, California, Connecticut, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Kentucky, Mississippi, Nevada, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Texas and Washington offices to assist our clients with exceptional quality service.