Job Description

Ethan Conrad Properties, Inc. is one of the largest and the fastest growing Commercial Real Estate Companies in Sacramento, CA. With over 12MM square feet, over 175 properties, and over 250 buildings, valued at over $2.0 billion dollars. ECP has had an Annual Growth of over 20% for the past 13 years and anticipates continued growth of 20% annually, creating more job opportunities internally and externally. ECP is a World Class Company.

Ethan Conrad Properties is seeking an experienced attorney to serve as Commercial Real Estate Collections Counsel. This position will be responsible for managing all legal matters related to tenant defaults, debt recovery, commercial lease enforcement, breach of contract claims, bankruptcy proceedings, and related litigation across a substantial commercial real estate portfolio.

The successful candidate will act as the company's primary collections litigation attorney and will oversee matters from pre-litigation demand through judgment enforcement and recovery. This role requires an attorney who is highly organized, results-driven, and capable of managing a large volume of active matters while working closely with executive management, and the in-house AR & Collections Department.

Requirements

Education/Experience:

• Mandatory:
• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.
• Active membership in good standing with the California State Bar.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple matters simultaneously.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with operational teams.
• Preferred:
• 3-5 years of litigation experience preferred but not required.
• Experience handling commercial litigation, collections, creditor rights, landlord-tenant matters, or contract disputes.
• Knowledge and understanding of all FDCPA rules and regulations.
• Strong understanding of California civil procedure and litigation practice.
• Experience drafting pleadings, motions, discovery, and settlement agreements.

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to sit and use hands.

At Ethan Conrad Properties, we pride ourselves on our collaborative culture, which can be seen throughout every step of an ECP employee's journey. Starting with our interviews and continuing through our executive open-door policy, collaboration is at the heart of working at ECP.

We offer competitive pay, generous benefits, and a commitment to investing in our employees learning and development to ensure a rewarding and fulfilling career.

We value diversity and believe forming teams in which everyone can be their authentic self is key to our success. We encourage people from underrepresented backgrounds and different industries to apply. Come join us and find out what the best work of your career could look like here at ECP.