Attorney

Title:                   Attorney

FLSA:                  Non-Exempt

Supervisor:        Managing Attorney

JOB SUMMARY

Our Staff Attorneys perform duties related to all facets of title processing and document preparation. S/He is required to exercise independent professional judgment and to possess the knowledge and experience necessary to efficiently handle any situation that may arise during the title and escrow process. This position works closely with all other members of the team.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES include but are not limited to:

• Reviews title commitment, as needed, to assure all requirements have or will be met with closing
• Prepares any documents necessary to facilitate closing, as needed/requested
• Prepares Title Opinions, escrow agreements, and loan documents requested by lenders
• Provides further document assistance to Managing Attorney, as assigned
• Communication with parties as needed
• Title curative
• Works in conjunction with Managing Attorney, Operations Manager, and Escrow Manager to support, train and educate staff on title related topics, curative, requirements, etc.
• Keeps detailed record of activities within processing software
• Follows company standards and practices when processing transactions, as well as applicable state laws and guidelines
• Returns all calls, voicemails, and emails in a timely manner
• Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor
• Adheres to company policies and guidelines

QUALIFICATIONS

               EXPERIENCE

Minimum of Two (2) years of experience is preferred.

EDUCATION

o  Juris Doctorate required

CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSES, INSURANCE

o  Title Insurance license preferred

o  License to Practice Law in Tennessee required

o  License to Practice Law in Mississippi highly preferred

KNOWLEDGE

Must be familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within the title industry field.

               SKILLS

• Adaptability: adapts to new, different, or changing requirements
• Attentive to details
• Critical thinking: uses logical thought processes to analyze and draw conclusions
• Customer focused: is pleasant, courteous, and professional when dealing with internal and external customers or clients
• Decision making: applies critical thinking skills to solve problems; identifies and prioritizes the key issues involved to facilitate the decision-making process
• Dependable and reliable: displays responsible behaviors at work
• Integrity: treats others with honesty, fairness, and respect
• Planning and organizing: plans and prioritizes work to manage time effectively and accomplish assigned tasks
• Professional: maintains a professional demeanor at work
• Reading: reads and comprehends documents ranging from simple and straightforward, to more complex and detailed; attains meaning and comprehends core ideas from written materials and applies what is learned
• Respectful: works effectively with those who have diverse backgrounds
• Team player: works effectively with others
• Technology: uses information technology and related applications to convey and retrieve information; demonstrates strong computer/typing skills in Microsoft Office, email programs, accounting software, and internet browsers
• Verbal communication: maintains open lines of communication with others; speaks clearly, in precise language and in a logical, organized, and coherent manner
• Writing: uses standard English to clearly communicate thoughts, ideas, and information in written form

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS (including physical requirements)

o  This position requires repetitive use of a keyboard, bending, sitting, squatting, and simple grasping.

o  This position requires use of one’s own vehicle for transportation during the workday.