Litigation Attorney

About the role

Litigation Attorneys are responsible for representing lenders, banks, and financial institutions in recovering assets and managing default-servicing cases through structured litigation. You will make court appearances, prepare legal documents, and achieve ideal case outcomes on behalf of assigned clients. You are responsible for representing the firm professionally through timeliness and compliant processes. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, has strong organizational skills, and a passion for delivering exceptional client service.

Responsibilities

• Draft and prepare legal documents for court filing, including but not limited to pleadings, motions, and briefs.
• Represent client interests; provide strategic legal counsel to staff and clients on a variety of issues.
• Manage all contested, litigated, and commercial foreclosure files
• Handle complex title issues, multi-party disputes, guaranty enforcement, and commercial loan structures inherent to commercial matters
• Develop and execute litigation strategy on contested matters; draft and argue dispositive motions
• Attend and manage contested hearings, oral arguments, settlement conferences, mediations, and trials
• Work cross-functionally with other attorneys, legal assistants, support staff, and external vendors.
• Perform all other duties as assigned by supervisor(s).

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) is required from a law school.
• Admission to the State Bar of Michigan and being in good standing is required.
• 5+ years of relevant experience required; experience in foreclosure, default servicing, or creditors' rights preferred.
• Knowledge of Michigan court procedures and filing requirements.
• Strong legal research and writing skills.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Strong analytical and research skills.

Benefits

• Competitive pay rates
• Paid time off (PTO) + paid holidays
• Medical + Dental (Blue-Cross Blue-Shield and Blue Care Network) insurance options
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Vision (EyeMed) insurance
• 401(k) Traditional and Roth retirement plans
• Employer-funded pension plan and profit-sharing retirement contributions
• Company-paid long-term disability and basic life insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP), including free mental health and financial counseling services
• Paid Leave Benefits
• Company-organized Volunteer opportunities
• Commitment to providing work-life balance
• Team bonding events, gift raffles, annual holiday party, and more.

Schedule

This is a full-time, in-office position, Monday - Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., with an average of 40 hours per week. The position may require extended hours and flexible availability outside of the regular business schedule. Office Location: Farmington Hills, MI