Metz Lewis seeks to hire an Associate to join its Banking practice group.
Metz Lewis is a full-service Pittsburgh-based law firm with a significant practice in creditor’s rights, workout, and bankruptcy. Our team is known for its collaborative approach and commitment to delivering exceptional client service.
We are seeking a talented and motivated Associate attorney with 2-8 years of relevant experience to join our growing team. The ideal candidate will have experience with mortgage foreclosures, receiverships, confessions of judgment, other loan enforcement litigation, loan modifications and forbearances, Chapter 7, 11, 12, and 13 bankruptcies, and commercial collections.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
- Representation of secured and unsecured creditors in all aspects of bankruptcies
- Commencement and prosecution of state court loan enforcement actions
- Enforcement of judgments, including garnishments and discovery in aid of execution
- Coordination of Article 9 sales and other collateral liquidation
- Drafting loan amendments, forbearance agreements, and similar documentation
- Supporting Real Estate and Corporate practice groups in connection with collection matters
- Providing day-to-day legal support to bank clients
- Defending financial institutions in connection with lender liability claims
Qualifications
- J.D. from an accredited law school
- Admission to the Pennsylvania bar (or eligibility for admission)
- 2-8 years of experience in relevant practice area
- Strong drafting, negotiation, and analytical skills
- Ability to manage multiple matters simultaneously and meet deadlines
- Attention to detail and problem-solving abilities
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
Benefits
- 401(k)
- Health, dental, life, and vision insurance
- Flexible vacation policy
- Eligibility for performance-based bonuses
More Details
- Work location: Pittsburgh, PA
- We are an Equal Opportunity Employer
