Litigation Attorney

Job Description

Job Description

At Schneiderman & Sherman, P.C., our mission is to provide clients with access to the most creative, cost-effective solutions for their various legal issues. We are always accessible, responsive, and attentive to detail. We will vigorously fight for the interests of our clients by providing the most innovative and effective representation in our field.

The firm prides itself on its exemplary timelines, client communications, and corporate compliance. Our continued commitment to advancing default technology has provided significant value and savings to our clients nationwide. Moreover, the education, experience, and dedication of our attorneys and staff allow us to handle our clients’ diverse problems in a professional and timely manner.

Our attorneys and staff are proud of our history serving the mortgage industry. We are dedicated to the interests of our clients, our people, and our community. We strive to address their needs and meet their expectations efficiently and effectively – and we do so with integrity, insight, and innovation.

If you're looking to join a growth-oriented and friendly work environment, apply today!

Litigation Attorney Position Summary:
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. 

Litigation Attorney Job 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).
  

Required Qualifications and Skills:

• 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.

What We Offer You:

• 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
• Company-organized Volunteer opportunities
• Commitment to providing work-life balance
• Team bonding events, gift raffles, annual holiday party, and more.
  

This is a full-time position, Monday - Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., with an average of 40 hours per week.  The position offers hybrid schedule flexibility, conditional upon satisfactory completion of the 90-day onboarding period and ongoing business needs.  The position may require extended hours and flexible availability outside of the regular business schedule.