Full-Time
Associate Attorney
Updated on 9/4/2026
McCalla Raymer Leibert Pierce
201-500 employees
Real estate finance law and foreclosure
Compensation Overview
$100k - $150k/yr
No H1B Sponsorship
Philadelphia, PA, USA
Hybrid
The position may be in-office, hybrid, or fully remote depending on the candidate’s qualifications.
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- A Juris Doctor degree and a bar license in good standing in Pennsylvania are required.
- A minimum of five years of relevant litigation experience is preferred, although less experience will be considered for an otherwise qualified candidate.
- Working knowledge and experience with Pennsylvania Mortgage Foreclosure Law and practice are required.
- Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States now and in the future.
- Candidates must have strong writing skills and the ability to communicate effectively in written and oral form.
- Candidates must be able to work independently or in a group or team setting.
- Candidates must be able to maintain confidentiality and a high level of professionalism.
- Candidates must be able to effectively manage time and priorities and interact well with clients, staff, peers, and management.
- Represent mortgage servicer and investor clients in residential and commercial foreclosure, title, and general real estate litigation, including consumer claims against clients.
- Appear in state and federal court for routine and contested hearings, settlement and case management conferences, motion arguments, trials, evidentiary hearings, and appeals.
- Review incoming litigation and develop case strategy.
- Manage and handle contested foreclosure cases, defensive litigation, and ancillary matters on behalf of mortgage servicers and investors.
- Prosecute commercial foreclosures from start to finish.
- Analyze loan files, title reports, and other client documents.
- Draft motions, pleadings, settlement agreements, discovery demands, and responses.
- Conduct discovery, trials, evidentiary hearings, settlement negotiations, and state and federal appeals.
- Communicate with clients to ensure quality representation and implement client directives, including through client online portals.
- Collaborate with support staff to prepare and execute documents for client signature, court filing, and internal or client reporting.
- Research and analyze difficult client cases and collaborate with partners regarding client advice and potential resolutions.
- Create matter budgets, seek client fee approval, and track billable and non-billable time.
- A bar license in New Jersey, New York, and/or Connecticut is a plus.
- At least five years of relevant litigation experience is preferred.
McCalla Raymer Leibert Pierce focuses on real estate finance law, delivering specialized legal services for mortgage lenders, servicers, and investors. Its offerings include foreclosure proceedings, eviction management, bankruptcy representation, and related litigation, provided through counsel and representation across multiple states. The firm works by handling filings, court actions, negotiations, and compliance in foreclosure, eviction, bankruptcy, creditors’ rights, and real estate finance matters, for a national client base. It differentiates itself through a national footprint built via organic growth and strategic mergers, enabling broader geographic reach and deeper service capabilities in real estate finance law. The overall goal is to provide precise, state and industry-specific legal support to mortgage industry clients while expanding its geographic reach and client base.
Company Size
201-500
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
Birmingham, Alabama
Founded
1975
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- July 1, 2026 Scott and Corley combination adds South Carolina revenue and client coverage.
- July 1, 2026 partner promotions signal retention strength and internal succession depth.
- 2026 Pennsylvania and Oregon expansions widen MRLP's footprint in attractive foreclosure markets.
What critics are saying
- Vincent Terry's Supreme Court docket 25-6849 keeps MRLP in high-cost appellate exposure.
- Mortgage default servicing concentration ties revenue to foreclosure volumes and lender budgets.
- South Carolina integration after July 1, 2026 risks workflow failures and client defections.
What makes McCalla Raymer Leibert Pierce unique
- MRLP serves mortgage lenders, servicers, and investors across foreclosure, bankruptcy, eviction, and litigation.
- July 1, 2026 South Carolina combination extends MRLP's multi-state default-services platform.
- Local state teams let MRLP scale nationally while preserving jurisdiction-specific foreclosure execution.
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MRLP names three New partners effective July 1, 2026. Jul 8, 2026 MRLP is pleased to announce the promotion of Laura Coughlin, Esq., Harold L. Kofman, Esq., and Dane Exnowski, Esq. to Partner, effective July 1, 2026. These promotions mark another step in the continued development of the firm's leadership and the depth of experience McCalla Raymer Leibert Pierce, LLP bring to its clients. "These promotions reflect the meaningful contributions Laura, Harold, and Dane have made to our clients and to the firm," said Marty Stone, Managing Partner and CEO. "Each of them has demonstrated strong leadership, sound judgment, and a commitment to delivering high-quality legal work. We are excited to welcome them to the partnership." Laura Coughlin, Partner, Compliance - West Coast, oversees regulatory and operational compliance across the firm's West Coast foreclosure practice and brings more than a decade of experience in foreclosure, litigation, bankruptcy, and appellate matters. Harold L. Kofman, Partner, Northeast Litigation - New York and New Jersey, brings more than 30 years of experience and focuses on complex litigation matters, including lender liability defense and consumer protection litigation. Dane Exnowski, Partner, Bankruptcy, advises on creditors' rights and complex bankruptcy proceedings in the firm's Bankruptcy department. Together, these attorneys enhance MRLP's ability to deliver informed, practical counsel to clients across the mortgage default servicing industry.
McCalla Raymer Leibert Pierce, LLP announces combination with Scott & Corley, P.A., expanding into South Carolina. ROSWELL, Ga. - July 1, 2026 - McCalla Raymer Leibert Pierce, LLP ("MRLP"), a law firm with a broad multi-state practice serving the mortgage banking industry, today announced its combination with Scott & Corley, P.A., a South Carolina-based firm, effective July 1, 2026. This strategic combination expands MRLP's geographic footprint and allows the firm to offer its full complement of legal services in South Carolina. Scott & Corley, P.A. brings a strong regional presence, deep foreclosure and default servicing experience, and a longstanding reputation for client service. The firm has received numerous recognitions for its work in governmental relations, mortgage default, and debtor-creditor rights, including distinctions from Best Lawyers in America (top 5 % for state), Super Lawyers (top 5% for state) and the Martindale-Hubbell Register of Preeminent Lawyers. The firm is further recognized for its community, public service and philanthropic initiatives in its individual selections for SCLW's Lawyers Hall of Fame and the Order of the Palmetto, SC's highest civilian award. These strengths align closely with MRLP's culture and operational philosophy and support MRLP's deliberate, responsible growth strategy while maintaining a strong commitment to local, state-based operations. "This combination reflects our continued focus on strategic growth in markets that are important to our clients," said Marty Stone, Managing Partner and Chief Executive Officer of McCalla Raymer Leibert Pierce, LLP. "Scott & Corley's experience and respected standing within the industry and South Carolina legal community further strengthen our ability to serve clients with the insight and capabilities they expect." "We are pleased to join MRLP and build on the foundation we have established in South Carolina," said Ronald "Ron" C. Scott, Founder of Scott & Corley, P.A. "This combination allows us to continue serving our clients with the same team and local insight while benefiting from the additional resources, infrastructure, and broader reach of a firm with an established multi-state practice." As part of the transition, the Scott & Corley team will continue operating from its Columbia, South Carolina office, with personnel expected to remain in place to ensure continuity for clients and ongoing matters. MRLP anticipates continued alignment of personnel, workflows, technology platforms, and compliance controls, with no disruption to client service, file-level operations, or staffing directly supporting client matters. Following the effective date, Scott & Corley's default practice will become part of McCalla Raymer Leibert Pierce, LLP, with no change to MRLP's name or organizational structure. MRLP looks forward to building on Scott & Corley's strengths and providing clients with expanded capabilities, deep regional knowledge, and the same high standard of service that has defined both firms for decades. About McCalla Raymer Leibert Pierce, LLP McCalla Raymer Leibert Pierce, LLP is a law firm with a broad multi-state practice providing legal services to the mortgage banking and financial services industries, including foreclosure, bankruptcy, eviction, litigation, and compliance-related matters. The firm's platform is supported by local, state-based teams focused on delivering responsive, high-quality legal services. About Scott & Corley, P.A. Scott & Corley, P.A. is a South Carolina-based law firm focused on mortgage banking, default services, real estate litigation, creditor's rights, and governmental relations. The firm represents regional and national financial institutions and maintains a long-standing presence in Columbia, South Carolina. Scott & Corley has received numerous recognitions for its work in governmental relations, mortgage foreclosure, and debtor-creditor rights, including distinctions from South Carolina Best Lawyers and South Carolina Super Lawyers, reflecting the respect it has earned in the legal community. Media Contact McCalla Raymer Leibert Pierce, LLP [email protected]
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McCalla Raymer Leibert Pierce, LLP (MRLP) has announced that Michael Gonzales, Managing Partner of West Coast Litigation and Foreclosure, has been named Member and Owner at the firm.