Attorney- Iowa

This role requires someone who is comfortable operating independently, can manage competing deadlines, and understands the importance of professionalism and empathy when interacting with borrowers and litigants during stressful situations. The position offers the opportunity to handle a combination of foreclosure/default matters and related real estate litigation, while working closely with experienced attorneys in a collaborative and supportive environment.

Attorney – Default & Real Estate Litigation
Location: Iowa (Statewide)
Schedule: Hybrid / Flexible Remote

About the Opportunity

Our growing multi-state law firm is seeking an Attorney to join our Iowa default servicing and real estate litigation practice. This role is ideal for an attorney who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys hands-on litigation work, and values flexibility and work-life balance over traditional billable-hour structures.

The position offers the opportunity to handle a combination of foreclosure/default matters and related real estate litigation, while working closely with experienced attorneys in a collaborative and supportive environment.

Responsibilities

• Handle contested foreclosure and default-related litigation matters from inception through resolution
• Attend court hearings throughout Iowa as needed
• Draft pleadings, motions, responses, affidavits, and legal correspondence
• Prepare exhibits, hearing materials, and court filings independently
• Communicate directly with borrowers, pro se litigants, opposing counsel, courts, and clients
• Manage and monitor litigation deadlines and case progression
• Assist with foreclosure reviews and related default servicing matters
• Maintain compliance with client timelines and statutory requirements
• Collaborate with attorneys and staff across the firm to support litigation and default operations

Qualifications

Required

• Active Iowa Bar license
• Minimum of 8 years of experience practicing law in Iowa
• Ability and willingness to attend in-person hearings statewide across Iowa
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage high-volume caseloads with strong attention to detail
• Comfortable handling both substantive legal work and administrative litigation tasks independently
• Strong organizational and time-management skills

Preferred

• Experience in foreclosure, default servicing, real estate litigation, creditor's rights, family law, or high-volume litigation environments
• Experience working with pro se litigants or clients in emotionally sensitive situations
• Familiarity with Iowa state court procedures and motion practice

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate is adaptable, self-sufficient, and willing to "roll up their sleeves" to handle all aspects of litigation work. This role requires someone who is comfortable operating independently, can manage competing deadlines, and understands the importance of professionalism and empathy when interacting with borrowers and litigants during stressful situations.

Candidates should be comfortable with:

• Court appearances and hearings
• High-volume workflows
• Direct client and borrower interaction
• Detailed document review and statutory compliance
• Flexible, team-oriented environments

Work Environment & Culture

We pride ourselves on offering a collaborative and flexible work environment that supports work-life balance. Unlike traditional firms, we do not operate under rigid billable hour requirements. Attorneys are empowered to manage their schedules responsibly while maintaining high-quality legal work and client service.

This position offers:

• Hybrid work flexibility
• Unlimited PTO
• Supportive team culture
• Meaningful courtroom experience
• Opportunity for long-term growth within the firm