Litigation Attorney

At A&D Mortgage, we’ve been helping clients achieve their homeownership dreams for over 20 years — and we couldn’t do it without our team.
With more than 400 passionate professionals (and growing!), we’ve built a culture rooted in collaboration, continuous growth, and shared success.

Join a company that listens to your voice, invests in your development, and celebrates every win — big or small.

Your future starts here. Let’s grow together.

Overall Responsibilities:

We are seeking an experienced Litigation Attorney to join our in-house legal team. The Litigation Attorney will manage and oversee a broad range of litigation matters, including foreclosure defense, lender liability claims, consumer protection lawsuits, regulatory enforcement actions, and contract disputes. This role involves collaborating with internal departments and external counsel to protect the company’s legal interests and ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Represent the company in litigation matters, including court appearances, mediations, arbitrations, and settlement negotiations.
• Oversee outside counsel and manage the litigation lifecycle from pre-litigation through resolution.
• Advise business units on legal risks and strategies related to mortgage servicing, loan origination, collections, and foreclosure.
• Handle discovery processes, including subpoenas, document requests, depositions, and interrogatories.
• Review and respond to legal complaints, regulatory inquiries, and demands from consumers or third parties.
• Monitor and interpret evolving federal and state laws (e.g., RESPA, TILA, FDCPA, FCRA, CFPB regulations) relevant to mortgage and lending operations.
• Draft and review legal documents including pleadings, position statements, demand letters, and settlement agreements.
• Assist with internal investigations and compliance-related audits involving potential litigation exposure.
• Maintain legal documentation and ensure internal stakeholders are updated on litigation risks and outcomes.

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• 3+ years of litigation experience, preferably with a focus on mortgage banking, financial services, or consumer lending.
• Familiarity with state and federal mortgage-related litigation, including foreclosure, class actions, and regulatory enforcement.
• Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills.
• Proven ability to manage multiple complex litigation matters concurrently.
• Experience working with or managing outside counsel.
• Ability to communicate effectively with both legal and non-legal stakeholders

Preferred Qualifications:

• In-house counsel experience in a mortgage company or financial services environment.
• Experience with government regulatory bodies (e.g., CFPB, HUD, DOJ, state AGs).
• Knowledge of litigation management software (e.g., CounselLink, Serengeti).
• Strong understanding of mortgage servicing practices and investor guidelines (e.g., Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac, FHA).

WE OFFER

• PTO/Sick Days
• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision benefits
• Paid volunteer hours
• Life Insurance, Short-term Disability, and Long term Disability
• Health Savings Account
• 401k
• Paid training and career development
• Healthy grab and go snacks
• Career Growth: As part of a growing and evolving company, you will have ample opportunities to develop your career, take on new challenges, and make a significant impact.
• Work-Life Balance
• Inclusive Culture: We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees feel valued and empowered. We celebrate unique perspectives and believe diversity drives innovation.
• Cutting-Edge Technology: Access state-of-the-art learning tools and technologies to enhance your own professional development and that of the entire organization.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform crucial job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.