What are the responsibilities and job description for the Settlement Attorney position at Long & Foster?
Under the supervision of Regional Manager, the Staff Attorney will conduct the closings and supervise the settlement processes. The Staff Attorney will also assist with marketing efforts.
Essential Responsibilities:
- Prepare and review deeds, contracts, powers of attorney, trust documents, title abstract reports, and any other legal documents relevant to conducting settlements and insuring title.
- Review title commitments for accuracy.
- Clear and resolve title curative matters.
- Assist processors with questions regarding legal and curative matters.
- Answer client questions pertaining to title insurance.
- Conduct settlements.
- Present educational courses.
- Assist with business development.
Performance Expectations
- Meet all performance and behavior expectations outlined in the company performance appraisal form or communicated by management.
- Perform responsibilities as directed achieving desired results within expected time frames and with a high degree of quality and professionalism.
- Establish and maintain positive and productive work relationships with all staff, customers and business partners.
- Demonstrate the behavioral and technical competencies necessary to effectively complete job responsibilities. Take personal initiative for technical and professional development.
- Follow the company HR Policy, the Code of Business Conduct and all subsidiary and department policies and procedures, including protecting confidential company information, attending work punctually and regularly, and following good safety practices in all activities.
Minimum Requirements:
These specifications are general guidelines based on the minimum requirements.
- Must have an understanding of title operations, underwriting and state guidelines.
- Must be a licensed attorney in the state in which the position is located
- Must have a title insurance license or the ability to obtain one
- 2 years of real estate legal experience preferred.
Wage: $100,000 - $115,000 annually; actual wage is based upon education and experience. Potential for formulary incentive plan, based on financial results.
Benefits: Full suite of benefits including Medical, Health Savings Account, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Paid Vacation (PTO), 401(k) with employer match, Flexible Spending Account, and Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Equal Opportunity Employer
Salary : $100,000 - $115,000
