Litigation - Senior Foreclosure Attorney

We are so excited to tell you about the opening for a Senior Associate Real Estate Foreclosure Litigation role with our busy legal team. You would be key in representing mortgage lenders and servicers on general foreclosure-related matters in state, federal, and appellate court proceedings. This includes conducting comprehensive foreclosure litigation strategies for clients by developing deep legal knowledge and practical matters-management skills.

Qualifications:

5 plus years of experience handling contested foreclosure matters.

· Strong litigation skills, including the ability to conduct trials, depositions, mediations, and motion practice.

· Solid organizational skills and the ability to multi-task many matters at once.

· Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities:

· Manage a caseload of foreclosure litigation cases throughout all stages of the process, including the filing of complaints and briefs in state courts, as well as defense of loan servicer actions

· Monitor cases throughout the litigation process by ensuring deadlines are met and develop proactive solutions to emerging issues

· Develop workflows to evaluate legal claims at the beginning of each case

· Draft pleadings, motions, and supporting memoranda.

· Oversee discovery requests and responses; understand implications regarding fundamental discoveries; recommend a strategy for resolving legal issues presented by client documents.

· Communicate effectively with opposing counsel and clients regarding discovery requests, deposition preparation, and settlement/mediation strategies.

· Attend hearings

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $150,000.00 - $175,000.00 per year

Benefits:

· 401(k)

· Dental Insurance

· Health insurance

· Paid time off

Schedule:

· Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

· Oakland, CA 94612: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

License/Certification:

· Bar (Required)