How to Practice as a Foreclosure Lawyer
Foreclosure is a specialty under real estate law. A foreclosure lawyer usually represents the lender in a foreclosure case. In order to practice as a foreclosure lawyer a person will need to be licensed in the state where they want to practice law.
- Research the law firms in the area where you want to practice law. Look for law firms that specialize in real estate law. Call a few of the law firms and ask to speak with one of the practicing partners of the firm. If the secretary gives you a difficult time ask to speak with the office manager. Call back another time if neither is available.
- Ask the person you speak with if the law firm has any foreclosure lawyers. Request the fax number for the office. Let the person you speak with know you are a licensed foreclosure lawyer and would be interested in being a foreclosure lawyer with their firm. Ask them whose attention you could send a resume.
- Contact more than one real estate law firm and try to speak with one of the practicing partners. Send a resume and qualifications to these law firms. Be sure to let them know you practice foreclosure law so they won’t place you in real estate law.
- Mail your resume and qualifications to real estate law firms that interest you most. Address one of the practicing partners in a cover letter and compliment their firm. If you choose not to call you can mail a cover letter, resume and qualifications. Be sure to follow up with them.
- Interview with law firms and ask questions. Ask about their clients and promotion process. It’s important to know how they handle promotions.
- Contact the bar association in the area and request information on the law firms before you decide to work for them.