Senior Litigation Attorney

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Senior Litigation Attorney in Scottsdale, AZ. This role involves providing comprehensive legal oversight and strategic direction for the firm's litigation practice. The position requires a deep understanding of defensive litigation and the ability to manage complex cases from inception through resolution.

Duties

• Provide strategic legal oversight for all firm litigation.
• Manage a complex caseload of defensive litigated matters.
• Ensure strict compliance with state, federal, and regulatory laws.
• Handle specialized cases, such as deceased borrower matters.
• Monitor regulatory changes and recommend process modifications.
• Provide expert legal guidance to operational staff.
• Formally approve procedural changes for legal soundness.
• May perform other duties as assigned to support department goals.
• May occasionally work extended hours based on operational needs.

Requirements

• Minimum of 5 to 10 years of active litigation experience.
• Proven expertise in contested default and banking/mortgage servicing litigation.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
• Superior organizational and case management skills.
• High proficiency in legal research (Westlaw, LexisNexis, etc.).

Education

• Juris Doctorate (J.D.) from an accredited law school.

Certifications

• Active license in good standing to practice law in the State of Texas.
• Admission to practice before all four Texas federal district courts.

Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Attention to detail and high level of accuracy.

Benefits

• Robust wellness program.
• Paid time off and remote work options.
• Flexible schedules when available.
• Medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, EAP, STD, and LTD benefits.
• Parental leave for both primary and non-primary caregivers.
• Voluntary income protection benefits.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match.

This multi-state law firm focuses on representing clients in the financial industry. Their areas of practice include litigation, bankruptcy, eviction, compliance, appeals, banking, business transactions, eviction, and real property. Their offices are located in California, Washington, Arizona, Oregon, Nevada, and Idaho.