Attorney/Counsel
Full Time $165,000 - $185,000 / yearJob Overview
We are seeking an early-career legal professional to join our Legal & Compliance team. This role offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience across asset management, litigation strategy, regulatory analysis, and loan transaction support within a fast-paced mortgage and financial services environment.
You’ll work closely with experienced legal and business leaders, contributing to real-time deal execution, risk assessment, and operational decision-making. This position is well-suited for a recent law school graduate, current 3L, or junior professional looking to build a career at the intersection of law, credit, and structured finance.
You’ll work closely with experienced legal and business leaders, contributing to real-time deal execution, risk assessment, and operational decision-making. This position is well-suited for a recent law school graduate, current 3L, or junior professional looking to build a career at the intersection of law, credit, and structured finance.
Responsibilities and Duties:
Asset Management & Credit Support
- Review data tapes, servicing notes, payment histories, and collateral files to identify risks, defects, and opportunities
- Support the development of strategies for loan workouts, modifications, and asset resolution
- Assist in translating legal and operational findings into pricing adjustments, indemnities, or other deal considerations
Litigation & Default Management
- Assist in managing foreclosure, eviction, and bankruptcy matters in coordination with outside counsel
- Support analysis of legal issues including lien priority, title defects, and regulatory exposure
- Contribute to tracking litigation outcomes, timelines, and costs
Transaction & Deal Support
- Support drafting and review of transaction documents, including PSAs, MLPAs, and related agreements
- Coordinate with internal teams and external partners to support diligence and closing workflows
- Assist in resolving repurchase, indemnity, and exception-related matters
Regulatory & Compliance
- Research and analyze federal and state mortgage regulations, particularly related to non-agency and non-QM products
- Support the integration of compliance considerations into operational workflows
- Contribute to maintaining templates, checklists, and internal guidance materials
Education and Experience:
- J.D. (completed or in progress for current 3L students)
- Recent law school graduate, current 3L, or early-career professional (0–2 years) with relevant experience in mortgage, compliance, legal, or financial services environments
- Bar admission or intent to sit for the bar preferred
- Strong research, writing, and analytical skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Strong communication skills and attention to detail
- High integrity and sound judgment, with the ability to identify and escalate risk
Key Competencies:
- Ownership: Takes initiative, drives work forward independently, and follows through on commitments
- Attention to Detail: Reviews legal documents, data, and exceptions with precision to identify risks and discrepancies
- Business Judgment: Applies legal reasoning in a commercial context to support practical, risk-balanced decisions
- Communication: Clearly and concisely communicates findings, risks, and recommendations to cross-functional stakeholders
- Collaboration: Partners effectively with legal, compliance, and business teams to achieve shared outcomes
How This Role Demonstrates Our Values:
- Integrity: Ensures accurate legal analysis, transparent risk identification, and adherence to regulatory and ethical standards
- Collaboration: Works cross-functionally with internal teams and external partners to support transactions and resolve issues
- Excellence: Delivers high-quality work product under tight timelines while continuously improving processes and outputs
- Critical Curiosity: Proactively investigates data, documents, and processes to identify risks, inefficiencies, and opportunities for improvement