Associate Litigation Attorney

Purpose

Aldridge Pite, LLP is currently looking for an Associate Attorney to handle litigated matters, with a focus on defensive litigation involving residential real estate, title to real property, mortgages, and foreclosure.

Specific Duties and Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of contested litigation stemming from mortgage servicing and/or foreclosure matters.
• Manage pre-litigation cases and assist with clearing title to real property.
• Prepare analysis of cases and advise client regarding strategies.
• Draft court pleadings and motions.
• Discovery, including taking and defending depositions.
• Attend hearings, mediations, settlement conferences, and make court appearances.
• All other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree with a Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school.
• Member of the California state bar, while maintaining all necessary licensing and continuing legal education requirements.
• Minimum of 2-8 years litigation experience in real estate or mortgage servicing preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to consistently bill 1920 hours per year*.
• Knowledge of foreclosure process and requirements preferred, but not required.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with Excel and other Microsoft Office products.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects.
• Strong knowledge of the rules of evidence and introducing evidence.
• Knowledge of consumer protection statutes such as the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act preferred.
• Ability to manage and prioritize large caseload.

General Competencies

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with Excel and other Microsoft Office products.
• Ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Ability to identify and resolve problems quickly.
• Strong knowledge of the rules of evidence and introducing evidence.
• Knowledge of consumer protection statutes such as the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act preferred.
• Ability to manage and prioritize large caseload.

Benefits

• Competitive salary range of $81,858 to $148,728.
• 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

Aldridge Pite, LLP 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. We are dedicated to providing a work environment free from discrimination and harassment, and where employees are treated with respect and dignity.