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Banking Attorney in Cleveland, OH

Weltman, Weinberg & Reis Co., LPA Jul 27,2015 Jun 05,2015 Location USA Cleveland OH
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Law Firm

Attorney

Finance - Banking

Litigation - Foreclosure (Lender-side)

Max 3 yrs required

Profile

Associate Attorney The candidate will monitor routine case files to formulate next course of action and ensure deadlines are maintained. Represents clients at trials, hearings, and other court appearances, as assigned. Interprets laws, rulings, and regulations and formulates legal opinions for review. Investigates facts and legal matters to determine causes of action and to assist with preparing lawsuits to be filed accordingly. Participates in the development of strategy, arguments and testimony in preparation for presentation of case. Drafts interrogatories, requests for admissions, requests for production of documents, and requests for examination and inspection. Drafts responses to discovery requests. Researches, analyzes, and interprets law sources such as statutes, ordinances, court decisions and legal opinions. Interviews clients and witnesses and handles other details in preparation for trial. Attends depositions and hearings and reviews transcripts. Reviews, drafts and/or dictates legal briefs, correspondence, pleadings, and other legal documents. Communicates with clients, debtors, attorneys, courts, etc, to discuss legal options, update case status and request/provide additional information. Negotiates with opposing counsel to achieve final resolution of case, arrange legal settlements and resolve routine issues, as assigned. Files briefs, pleadings and claims. Assigns and reviews the work of department staff, as required. Performs computer data entry to update account files. Develops and maintains relationships with current and prospective clients. Represents and promotes the firm within the community and at public, social, and business gatherings. Other duties may be assigned.

Qualification and Experience

The candidate should have JD Degree. Licensure in the State of Ohio required. Must have 0-3 years of relevant experience or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. Knowledge of relevant laws, legal codes, legal/court procedures, precedents, and government regulations, including the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (F.D.C.P.A.), and processes and documents specific to assigned specialty area; electronic legal research tools such as Westlaw. Ability to interpret and apply legal principles and procedures and develop effective working relationships with clients, co-workers, and court systems.

Additional info

Requisition Number:1743

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