Attorney Manager Creditors Rights (NY Bar)

Why This Is a Great Opportunity Lead and grow a high-impact New York creditors' rights practice from a key leadership seat Step into a visible attorney-manager role with strong influence over team performance, client service, and practice growth Join a well-established multi-state firm with a strong creditors' rights, litigation, real estate, and default-services platform Enjoy real upside, including bonus potential, origination incentives, conference travel, and a path toward equity partnership Take on meaningful leadership while still staying close to sophisticated legal work, client strategy, and team development

Location:

This role is based on-site in our Cranford, New Jersey office to support team leadership and collaboration. There may be some hybrid flexibility over time based on performance, and relocation may be considered for the right candidate within the NJ/NY tri-state area.

Note:

Candidates must be admitted and in good standing in New York and must have at least 6 years of directly relevant creditors' rights / mortgage default / foreclosure-related experience, along with at least 2 years of leadership or managerial experience. About Us We are a respected, multi-state law firm with a strong platform in creditors' rights, real estate, litigation, bankruptcy, and related default services. Our team is known for practical legal strategy, operational sophistication, and a collaborative approach to serving institutional clients. Confidential Employer. Job Description Lead and manage the New York creditors' rights practice from our Cranford office Provide leadership, direction, accountability, and mentorship to attorneys and staff Oversee litigation strategy, case evaluations, assignments, audits, trial preparation, and escalated matters Ensure strong client communication, service standards, compliance, and quality control across the practice Partner with firm leadership and operations to drive workflow efficiency, billing accuracy, and process improvement Supervise associates and team members, including feedback, development, performance management, and annual evaluations Handle complex legal matters, issue spotting, and risk escalation involving clients, conflicts, compliance, and reputational concerns Support business development efforts, strengthen client relationships, and help grow the practice Stay current on legal, regulatory, and industry developments affecting creditors' rights and mortgage default work Provide training internally and externally to support team growth and client success Qualifications J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school Active New York bar admission in good standing New Jersey bar admission preferred 6+ years of directly relevant creditors' rights, mortgage default, foreclosure, or related real estate litigation experience 2+ years of leadership, supervisory, or managerial experience Strong communication, organizational, and client-management skills Experience handling high-volume matters with strong accuracy and judgment Comfortable using case management systems and Microsoft Office Why You Will Love Working Here We offer the chance to lead, build, and make a real impact inside a firm with an established platform and growth mindset. You'll join a team that values professionalism, collaboration, innovation, and results. Along with competitive compensation, the role offers strong benefits, bonus opportunity, origination upside, conference travel, and long-term advancement potential. JPC-876

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$150,000.00 - $190,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Dental insurance Paid time off Relocation assistance Retirement plan Vision insurance Application Question(s): Please briefly explain how your experience aligns with this role (optional): This role is on-site at the Cranford, NJ office. Confirm you are okay with this: Y/N In what city/state do you currently reside? What base salary range would you need to make a move? Please keep it aligned with your directly relevant experience, as candidates seeking compensation above their experience level may not be considered.

Experience:

creditors' rights/mortgage default/foreclosure: 6 years (Required) leadership/management: 2 years (Required)

License/Certification:

NY bar license (Required)

Work Location:

In person