Senior Litigation Attorney

Job Title: Senior Litigation Attorney

Job Overview:
A San Diego-based law firm is seeking a seasoned Senior Litigation Attorney with deep experience in real estate litigation and financial services matters. This role involves representing clients in a variety of complex legal disputes, including mortgage-related claims, transactional litigation, and general creditor-side proceedings. The attorney will handle a full caseload, lead courtroom appearances, and collaborate across legal teams. Ideal candidates bring strategic insight, courtroom tenacity, and a proactive mindset to advance client outcomes.

Duties:

• Manage a portfolio of litigation matters involving residential real estate, mortgages, and commercial disputes

• Conduct mediations, trials, hearings, and other courtroom proceedings

• Perform legal research, draft pleadings, briefs, affidavits, and discovery documents

• Engage in strategic litigation planning and case evaluation

• Handle client communications with professionalism and responsiveness

• Travel occasionally within the region as required for hearings or meetings

• Contribute to ongoing process improvements and special legal projects

• Collaborate effectively with team members and firm leadership

Requirements:

• Active license to practice law in California

• Minimum 8 years of litigation experience with courtroom proficiency (real estate or foreclosure experience advantageous)

• Dual admission in Texas is considered a plus

• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple legal matters simultaneously

• Experience with both state and federal court procedures

• Strong legal writing, drafting, and oral advocacy skills

• Familiarity with evidentiary procedures and the introduction of evidence

• Skilled in legal research using tools such as Fastcase or Westlaw

Education:

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

• Bachelor's degree from a recognized institution

Certifications:

• California Bar admission in good standing

Skills:

• Clear, effective written and verbal communication

• Detail-oriented with excellent time and task management

• Strong analytical and problem-solving ability

• Customer-service mindset, internally and externally

• Ability to work independently and in collaborative legal teams

• Adaptable to shifting priorities and evolving client needs

• Familiar with legal case management systems and digital workflow tools

Job Location:
San Diego, CA (with remote flexibility as appropriate)

Benefits:

• Fully paid life and disability insurance

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with prescription plan

• 401(k) retirement savings program

• Flexible work scheduling depending on position

• Generous paid time off for full-time employees

• Remote work setup with equipment provided, including dual monitors

• Employee Assistance Program offering 24/7 emotional support

• Health and wellness programs, plus access to employee discount services

• Professional development and personal growth training opportunities

With 13 offices in the United States, this law firm is a multi-state, full-service firm. The firm provides services to depository and non-depository financial institutions. The mission of this firm is to provide the best legal representation to each and every client. The lawyers of this firm work in a fast-paced environment and do all that they can, both together and individually, to meet the needs of their clients. This firm was awarded the 2014 USFN Diamond Award of Excellence. This firm has a team approach to each client, deep experience in each area of practice offered, and offers personalized attention to each client.