Real Estate - Foreclosure (Litigation) Attorney in San Diego, CA

Law Firm

San Diego, CA

Real Estate - Foreclosure (Litigation) Attorney in San Diego, CA

Attorney

Min 8 yrs required

No

Job Title: Senior Litigator

Job Responsibilities:
- Handle and manage cases with a focus on residential real estate litigation, mortgage, and transactional matters.
- Protect the client's interests in litigation proceedings and general collection cases.
- Manage case load and bill time hourly.
- Attend mediations, trials, hearings, and other duties as assigned.
- Travel as needed for case requirements.
- Collaborate effectively with all team members.
- Manage and prioritize multiple projects and cases.
- Assist with other duties and special projects as needed.
- Possessing a dual license in Texas is a plus.

Education and Experience Information:
- Bachelor’s Degree with a Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school.
- Minimum of eight years of litigation/courtroom experience, with foreclosure experience being a plus.
- Must be a member of the state Bar and maintain all necessary licensing and continuing legal education requirements.
- Subject matter expert in their field.
- Proficient in legal research and writing.
- Skilled in taking and defending depositions.
- Proficient in drafting pleadings, briefs, affidavits, discovery, proposed orders, as well as correspondence, memoranda, and opinion letters.
- Proficiency with Fastcase or Westlaw.
- Well-versed in the rules of evidence, introducing evidence, and civil procedure in both state and federal court.

General Competency Factors:
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Provides exceptional customer service to internal and external customers.
- Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner.
- Conscientious with respect to work completion, deadlines, time management, and attendance.
- Takes initiative in the face of obstacles and identifies what needs to be done and takes action.
- Demonstrates commitment to the law firm's vision, mission, and core values.
- Processes work in compliance with client requirements as well as SOPs and Operations Matrices.
- Analytical and detail-oriented, capable of working at a fast pace and multi-tasking.
- Excellent problem solving and organizational skills.
- Must be a team player and willing to help others in their department whenever necessary.
- Develops professional relationships and builds rapport with others.
- Overall good work ethic and willingness to adapt to change.

Salary Information:
- Pay Type: Salary

Benefits:
- Company Paid Life and Disability Insurance plans.
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans with Prescription coverage.
- 401K Retirement Savings Plan.
- Flexible scheduling (within reason, depending on position).
- Generous PTO plan for all full-time employees.
- Full equipment station at no cost for remote employees, including dual monitors.
- Employee Assistance Plan, offering free 24/7 counseling and consulting services to support emotional health and wellbeing.
- Wellness programs and employee discounts.
- Learning and development training opportunities for both personal and professional growth.

Equal Employment Opportunity:
The law firm is fully committed to Equal Employment Opportunity and to attracting, retaining, developing, and promoting the most qualified employees without regard to race, gender, color, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, citizenship status, veteran status, or any other characteristic prohibited by federal, state, or local law. The law firm is dedicated to providing a work environment free from discrimination and harassment, where employees are treated with respect and dignity.